Famous Deaths
- Vincenz Lubeck, German composer, dies at 85
1740 Highlights
About February 9, 1740
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 282 years, 3 months and 10 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Aquarius
Year of the Rat
Year of the Ox
Year of the Tiger
Year of the Rabbit
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Year of the Snake