Famous Deaths
- Cornelis Galle II, Flemish engraver and illustrator, dies at 63
- Jacob Jordaens, Flemish baroque artist (after Rubens and Anthony van Dyck the leading Flemish painter), dies at 85
1678 Highlights
About October 18, 1678
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 344 years, 7 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Libra
Year of the Rat
Year of the Ox
Year of the Tiger
Year of the Rabbit
Year of the Dragon
Year of the Snake