Historical Events Sep 13 Admiral Tholen conquers 30+ Spanish frigates Sep 17 Battle of Breitenfeld: King Gustaaf Adolf of Sweden defeats Johann Tserclaes, Count of Tilly. Events in 1631 Famous Birthdays Sep 7 Clemens Thieme, German composer, born in Grossdittmannsdorf (d. 1668) Sep 30 William Stoughton, American judge at the Salem witch trials (d. 1701) Born in 1631 Aug 1631 History by Year Oct 1631 What Happened in 1631 Taj MahalMay 17, 1631 Taj Mahal: A Monument To LoveJune 17, 1631