Historical Events
Execution
English adventurer, writer and courtier Walter Raleigh is beheaded for allegedly conspiring against King James I of England
Famous Deaths
Walter Raleigh (c. 1552-1618)
English scholar, poet, historian and explorer, beheaded for treason at about 64
1618 Highlights
About October 29, 1618
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 404 years, 7 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Scorpio
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