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What Happened on January 21, 1609

Famous Deaths

  • Joseph Justus Scaliger, French inventor of "Julian Period", dies at 68
Died in 1609 1609 Highlights

About January 21, 1609

Calendar: Julian UK US
Day of the Week: Saturday

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

How Long Ago? 415 years, 6 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Aquarius