Famous Deaths
- Claudius Amyand, French-born British surgeon who performed first appendectomy, dies at about 80
Died in 1740 1740 Highlights
About July 6, 1740
Calendar: Julian 
Day of the Week: Sunday
Calendar: Gregorian 
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 284 years and 27 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Cancer
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