Historical Events
- Settler Hugh Bewitt banished from Mass colony when he declares himself to be free of original sin
Famous Deaths
- Pierre Fourier, Roman Catholic saint and French priest (b.1565)
1640 Highlights
About December 9, 1640
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 382 years, 3 months and 14 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Year of the Rat
Year of the Ox
Year of the Tiger
Year of the Rabbit
Year of the Dragon
Year of the Snake