Historical Events
- Earthquake reported to have killed 300,000 and destroyed half of Calcutta in India. Now thought to have been an exaggerated account of a hurricane which claimed 3,000 of the city's estimated 20,000 residents. [1]
1737 Highlights
About October 11, 1737
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 284 years, 10 months and 6 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Libra
