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What Happened on February 26, 1606

Historical Events

  • First known European landing in Australia by Dutch navigator Willem Janszoon at the Pennefather River, Cape York, northern Australia
1606 Highlights

About February 26, 1606

Calendar: Julian UK US
Day of the Week: Wednesday

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

How Long Ago? 418 years, 5 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Pisces