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What Happened on June 5, 1771

Famous Birthdays

  • Ernest Augustus I, Duke of Cumberland and King of Hanover (1837-51), born in Buckingham House, London (d. 1851)
  • Willem Frederik van Bylandt, Dutch military officer, born in The Hague, Netherlands (d. 1855)

About June 5, 1771

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 253 years, 1 month and 7 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Gemini