Famous Deaths
- Joos Banckert, Swiss Dutch navy admiral, known as the "Scourge of the Marranos" and "Terror of the Portuguese" due to his military prowess, dies at sea returning from Brazil at about 48 (exact birth date unknown, born c.
Died in 1647 1647 Highlights
About September 12, 1647
Calendar: Julian 
Day of the Week: Sunday
Calendar: Gregorian 
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 376 years, 10 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Virgo
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