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What Happened on October 24, 1556

Famous Birthdays

  • Giovanni Battista Caccini, Italian sculptor, born in Montopiaoli Val d'Arno, Duchy of Florence (now Italy) (d. 1613)

About October 24, 1556

Calendar: Julian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 467 years, 9 months and 9 days
Leap Year: Yes

Star Sign: Scorpio