Famous Deaths
- Louis Henri, Duc de Bourbon, Prime Minister of France, dies at 47
1740 Highlights
About January 27, 1740
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 283 years, 8 months and 1 day
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Aquarius
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