Historical Events
- David Rizzio, the private secretary to Mary I of Scotland, is murdered in the Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh, Scotland
Famous Deaths
- David Rizzio, Italian secretary of Mary Queen of Scots, murdered by Protestant nobles
Died in 1566 1566 Highlights
About March 9, 1566
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 458 years, 1 month and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Pisces
Year of the Rabbit
Year of the Dragon
Year of the Snake
Year of the Horse
Year of the Goat/Sheep
Year of the Monkey