Famous Deaths
Joseph Addison (1672-1719)
English essayist, playwright (Cato, a Tragedy), poet and Whig politician who co-founded "The Spectator" magazine, dies at 47
1719 Highlights
About June 17, 1719
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 304 years, 3 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Gemini
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