Historical Events
- English North American colony of Connecticut passes law against Quakers
Famous Deaths
- Stephan Otto, German composer, dies at 53
1656 Highlights
About October 2, 1656
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 366 years, 5 months and 24 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Libra
Abolitionists
Dictators
Explorers
Outlaws
Queens
Spies