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Battle of Blenheim
Battle of Blenheim (Second Battle of Höchstädt): A combined British, German and Dutch army led by John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough, decisively beats the French and Bavarians
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- Lorenzo Fago, Italian composer and teacher, born in Naples, Kingdom of Naples (now Italy) (d. 1793)
About August 13, 1704
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 319 years, 9 months and 3 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Leo
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