Historical Events
Event of Interest
Akbar (14) succeeds his father Humajun as Sultan of Delhi
- Second Battle of Panipat: Hindu Emperor of north India Hem Chandra Vikramaditya defeated by forces of Mughal Emperor Akbar, who captures and later beheads Hem Chandra
About November 5, 1556
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 466 years, 6 months and 26 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Scorpio
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