Historical Events
- Dutch explorer Willem Barents sets off from Amsterdam on his third expedition to try to find a Northwest passage through the Arctic
1596 Highlights
About May 18, 1596
Calendar: Julian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 428 years, 2 months and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Taurus