Famous Deaths Gruffydd ap Llywelyn Fawr, son of Welsh leader Llywelyn the Great, dies trying to escape from the Tower of London (b. 1200) 1244 Highlights About March 1, 1244 Day of the Week: FridayHow Long Ago? 777 years Leap Year: Yes Star Sign: Pisces Sep 2, 1243 Dates in History Jun 24, 1244