What Happened on January 31, 1616

Historical Events

  • Rounding of Cape Horn for the first time by Dutch expedition of Jacques Le Maire and Willem Corneliszoon Schouten (they name Cape Hoorn after Schouten’s hometown) [1]
1616 Highlights

About January 31, 1616

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 408 years, 3 months and 10 days
Leap Year: Yes

Star Sign: Aquarius