Famous Deaths
- Gilles de Rais, French marshal, killer of 140 children, hanged
1440 Highlights
About October 26, 1440
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 581 years, 6 months and 30 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Scorpio
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