Famous Deaths
Antonie van Leeuwenhoek (1632-1723)
Dutch microbiologist, microscopist who was the first to observe bacteria and protozoa and naturalist (Philosophical Transactions), dies at 90
Died in 1723 1723 Highlights
About August 26, 1723
Calendar: Julian
Day of the Week: Monday
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 300 years, 11 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Virgo