Historical Events
- Dutch sailors claim island of Mauritius for Netherlands - name it after Maurice, Prince of Orange and Count of Nassau
1598 Highlights
About September 17, 1598
Calendar: Julian 
Day of the Week: Sunday
Calendar: Gregorian 
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 425 years, 10 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Virgo
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