What Happened on June 24, 1497

Historical Events

  • Cornish traitors Michael An Gof and Thomas Flamank are executed at Tyburn, London

Cabot Claims Eastern Canada

John Cabot claims parts of North America (what is now Eastern Canada) for England believing he has found Asia in Newfoundland

About June 24, 1497

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 526 years, 10 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Cancer