Historical Events
Event of Interest
9-year-old Edward VI succeeds Henry VIII as King of England
Famous Deaths
Henry VIII (1491-1547)
King of England (1509-47) who separated the Church of England from the Roman Catholic Church, dies at 55
1547 Highlights
About January 28, 1547
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 476 years, 4 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Aquarius
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