Famous Deaths
- Pietro Pontio, Italian composer (Ragionamento di Musica), dies at 64
Died in 1596 1596 Highlights
About December 27, 1596
Calendar: Julian 
Day of the Week: Monday
Calendar: Gregorian 
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 427 years, 7 months and 6 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Capricorn
Year of the Rabbit
Year of the Dragon
Year of the Snake
Year of the Horse
Year of the Goat/Sheep
Year of the Monkey