Famous Deaths
- Bairam Khan, Great Mughal General, regent for Akbar
- Menno Simons, Dutch priest and vicar whose followers are named the Mennonites, dies at around 65
1561 Highlights
About January 31, 1561
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 462 years, 2 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Aquarius
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