Famous Birthdays
- Mahmud I, Sultan of Ottoman Empire (1730-54) who fought Austria & Russia, born in Edirne Palace, Edirne, Ottoman Empire (d. 1754)
Famous Deaths
- Robert Campbell of Glenlyon, Scottish military commander (b. 1630)
1696 Highlights
About August 2, 1696
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 326 years, 10 months and 2 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Leo
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