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What Happened on December 23, 1597

Famous Birthdays

  • Martin Opitz, German poet "Father of Modern German Poetry", born in Bunzlau, Silesia (d. 1639)

About December 23, 1597

Calendar: Julian UK US
Day of the Week: Friday

Calendar: Gregorian France Italy Portugal Spain
Day of the Week: Tuesday

How Long Ago? 426 years, 7 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Capricorn