Famous Deaths
- Vitus Bering, Danish navigator and explorer (explored Bering Strait and Alaska coast), dies after being shipwrecked at 60
Died in 1741 1741 Highlights
About December 19, 1741
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 282 years, 4 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Sagittarius
