Historical Events
- Thomas Shadwell appointed second English Poet Laureate by William and Mary after John Dryden refuses to swear The Oath allegiance
1689 Highlights
About March 9, 1689
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 333 years, 2 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Pisces
Year of the Rat
Year of the Ox
Year of the Tiger
Year of the Rabbit
Year of the Dragon
Year of the Snake