Historical Events
- British mariner Robert Jenkins' ear is cut off by Spanish Guarde Costa in the Caribbean, catalyst for a later war between Britain and Spain
1731 Highlights
About April 9, 1731
Calendar: Julian 
Day of the Week: Friday
Calendar: Gregorian 
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 293 years, 3 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Aries
Year of the Rabbit
Year of the Dragon
Year of the Snake
Year of the Horse
Year of the Goat/Sheep
Year of the Monkey