Famous Deaths
- Johan Maurits, Dutch nobleman, Prince of Nassau-Siegen (1964-79), Governor of Dutch Brazil (1637-43), and military leader (Eighty Years War; Dutch-Portuguese War), dies at 75
Died in 1679 1679 Highlights
About December 20, 1679
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 344 years, 4 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Sagittarius
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