Historical Events
- French admiral Jean d'Estrees' naval fleet runs aground on Aves-islands, Curacao, ends French control and ushers in an age of Piracy in the Caribbean
1678 Highlights
About May 11, 1678
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 346 years and 2 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Taurus
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