Others born on January 1

Take a focused look at the others born on January 1. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1735 Paul Revere

  Paul Revere was an American silversmith, engraver, and prominent patriot best known for his midnight ride to alert the colonial militia of the approaching British forces before the battles of Lexington and Concord during the American Revolutionary War. [bio]