Famous Deaths
Abel Tasman (1603-1659)
Dutch seafarer and explorer (1st European to sight Tasmania, New Zealand and Fiji), dies around the age of 55
Died in 1659 1659 Highlights
About October 10, 1659
Calendar: Julian 
Day of the Week: Monday
Calendar: Gregorian 
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 364 years, 9 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Libra
