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What Happened on August 9, 1631

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John Dryden (1631-1700)

English poet ("Absalom and Achitophel"), satirist ("Mac Flecknoe"; "The Medall") and playwright who was the first English Poet Laureate (1668-1700), born in Aldwincle, Northamptonshire, England [1]

About August 9, 1631

Calendar: Julian UK US
Day of the Week: Tuesday

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

How Long Ago? 392 years, 11 months and 24 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Leo