Historical Events
Assassination
English Archbishop of Canterbury, Thomas Becket assassinated before the high altar of Canterbury Cathedral by four knights
Famous Deaths
Thomas Becket
Thomas Becket, English Archbishop of Canterbury, assassinated by 4 knights of King Henry II at 52
List of Years
About December 29, 1170
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 851 years, 6 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Capricorn