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What Happened on January 31, 1616

Historical Events

  • Rounding of Cape Horn for the first time by Dutch expedition of Jacques Le Maire and Willem Corneliszoon Schouten (they name Cape Hoorn after Schouten’s hometown) [1]
1616 Highlights

About January 31, 1616

Calendar: Julian UK US
Day of the Week: Wednesday

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

How Long Ago? 408 years, 6 months and 3 days
Leap Year: Yes

Star Sign: Aquarius