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Voyage of Discovery
Portuguese navigator Pedro Álvares Cabral and 6 ships begin their return voyage to Lisbon
Famous Birthdays
- Anthony Denny, English knight of the shire and confidant of King Henry VIII of England, born in England (d. 1559)
1501 Highlights
About January 16, 1501
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 522 years, 4 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Capricorn
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