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What Happened on July 8, 1695

Famous Deaths

Christiaan Huygens (1629-1695)

Dutch mathematician, astronomer (discovered Saturn's rings) and scientist (dynamics), dies at 66

Died in 1695 1695 Highlights

About July 8, 1695

Calendar: Julian UK US
Day of the Week: Monday

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

How Long Ago? 329 years and 25 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Cancer