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What Happened on August 8, 1170

Famous Birthdays

  • Saint Dominic, Castilian Catholic priest, founder of the Dominican Order, and patron saint of astronomers, born in Caleruega, Spain (d. 1221)
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About August 8, 1170

Calendar: Julian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 853 years, 11 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Leo