Historical Events
Amerigo Vespucci Departs
Italian navigator Amerigo Vespucci leaves for his first voyage to the New World (disputed)
1497 Highlights
About May 10, 1497
Calendar: Julian
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 527 years, 2 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Taurus
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