‘I Do’ Says Pocahontas
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Historical Events
Addled Parliament
Second parliament of King James I begins session, no bills pass and lasts only 2 months and 2 days, thus its name the Addled Parliament
Famous Weddings
Pocahontas
American Indian princess Pocahontas and daughter of chief Powhatan marries English colonist John Rolfe
About April 5, 1614
Calendar: Julian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 410 years, 3 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Aries