Historical Events
Declaration of War
War of Jenkins' Ear starts: British Prime Minister, Robert Walpole, reluctantly declares war on Spain
1739 Highlights
About October 23, 1739
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 283 years, 10 months and 30 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Scorpio
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