Famous Birthdays
- Philips van Almonde, Dutch admiral (battle at La Hougue), born in Den Briel, Dutch Republic (d. 1711)
Famous Deaths
- Jan Baptist van Helmont, Flemish chemist (found boiling point temperature). dies at 65
Died in 1644 1644 Highlights
About December 30, 1644
Calendar: Julian 
Day of the Week: Monday
Calendar: Gregorian 
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 379 years, 7 months and 3 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Capricorn
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