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What Happened in August 1659

Historical Events

Mughal Brother Executed

Aug 10 Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb has his brother and competitor for the throne Dara Shukoh executed on religious grounds

Famous Birthdays

  • Aug 1 Antoine Mouque, Flemish composer and organist and singer, born in Ostend, Dutch Republic (now Netherlands) (d. 1723)