Historical Events
Event of Interest
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
Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo
1542 Highlights
About June 27, 1542
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 477 years, 10 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Cancer