On This Day

What Happened in January 1576

Historical Events

  • Jan 20 The Mexican city of León is founded by order of viceroy Don Martín Enríquez de Almansa

Famous Birthdays

  • Jan 12 Peter Scriverius, Dutch lawyer/historian

Famous Deaths

  • Jan 19 Hans Sachs, German composer, dies at 81

Famous Sports Stars

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