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What Happened on August 26, 1723

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 UK US
Day of the Week: Monday

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

How Long Ago? 300 years, 11 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Virgo