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What Happened on January 21, 1743

Famous Birthdays

  • John Fitch, American inventor (had a working steamboat years before Fulton), born in Windsor, Connecticut (d. 1798)

About January 21, 1743

Calendar: Julian UK US
Day of the Week: Friday

Calendar: Gregorian France Italy Portugal Spain
Day of the Week: Monday

How Long Ago? 281 years, 6 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Aquarius