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What Happened on January 1, 1520

Famous Birthdays

  • Francois Baudouin [Franciscus Balduinus], French lawyer and humanist (controversial Calvinist who converted to Catholicism), born in Arras, France (d. 1573)

About January 1, 1520

Calendar: Julian
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 504 years and 7 months
Leap Year: Yes

Star Sign: Capricorn