Famous Birthdays
- Georg Stiernhielm, Swedish scholar and poet often known as "father of Swedish poetry" (Hercules), born in Vika, Sweden (d. 1672)
About August 7, 1598
Calendar: Julian 
Day of the Week: Monday
Calendar: Gregorian 
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 425 years, 11 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Leo
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