Historical Events
Historic Event
Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo sets sail from the Mexican port of Navidad to explore the west coast of North America on behalf of the Spanish Empire
1542 Highlights
About June 27, 1542
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 480 years, 1 month and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Cancer
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