Famous Deaths
- Pietro Ottoboni, Italian cardinal and grandnephew of Pope Alexander VIII, dies at 72
Died in 1740 1740 Highlights
About February 29, 1740
Calendar: Julian 
Day of the Week: Friday
Calendar: Gregorian 
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 284 years, 5 months and 2 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Pisces
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