Famous Birthdays
- Giovanni Paisiello, Italian composer (Barber of Seville), born in Roccaforzata, Taranto, Italy (d. 1816)
1740 Highlights
About May 9, 1740
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 282 years and 8 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Taurus
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