Famous Deaths
- Thomas Tickell, English writer and poet, dies at 54
Died in 1740 1740 Highlights
About April 23, 1740
Calendar: Julian 
Day of the Week: Wednesday
Calendar: Gregorian 
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 284 years, 3 months and 9 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Taurus
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