Historical Events
Cabral Begins Return Voyage
Portuguese navigator Pedro Álvares Cabral and 6 ships set off from Kannur, India, on their return voyage to Lisbon
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- Anthony Denny, English knight of the shire and confidant of King Henry VIII of England, born in England (d. 1559)
About January 16, 1501
Calendar: Julian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 523 years, 5 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Capricorn
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