What Happened on January 1, 1559

Famous Deaths

Christian III (1503-1559)

King of Denmark (1534-59) and Norway (1537-59), dies at 55

1559 Highlights

About January 1, 1559

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 464 years, 8 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Capricorn