Historical Events Nov 4 Ferdinand of Austria installed as land guardian of South Netherlands Nov 7 Pierre Gassendi observes 1st ever transit of Mercury predicted by Kepler Events in 1631 Famous Birthdays Nov 4 Mary, 1st British Princess Royal and the Princess of Orange, born in St James's Palace, London (d. 1660) Born in 1631 Famous Deaths Nov 30 Rabbi Samuel Eliezer ben Judah ha-levi Edels, dies Oct 1631 History by Year Dec 1631 What Happened in 1631 Taj MahalMay 17, 1631 Taj Mahal: A Monument To LoveJune 17, 1631