Famous Deaths
Hildegard von Bingen (1098-1179)
German Benedictine nun, magistra, writer, and 1st western composer whose works survive (Ordo virtutum), dies at 81
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About September 17, 1179
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 844 years, 7 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Virgo
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