Historical Events
- Congregation Shearith Israel of New York purchases a lot on Mill Street in Lower Manhattan to build the city's first synagogue
1728 Highlights
About December 17, 1728
Calendar: Julian 
Day of the Week: Tuesday
Calendar: Gregorian 
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 295 years, 7 months and 16 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Sagittarius
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