Famous Deaths
- Elkanah Settle, English poet and playwright, dies at 76
Died in 1724 1724 Highlights
About February 12, 1724
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 300 years, 2 months and 23 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Aquarius
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