Famous Birthdays
- Gustaaf Willem, baron van Imhoff, Dutch statesman (Governor of Ceylon 1736-40, Governor of the Dutch East Indies 1743-50), born in Leer, Netherlands (d. 1750)
Famous Deaths
- Willem Roukens, Dutch mayor of Nimegen (old Plooi faction), beheaded for trying to overthrow the new ruler of the city
Died in 1705 1705 Highlights
About August 8, 1705
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 318 years, 9 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Leo
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