Famous Deaths
- William Shirley, British Colonial Governor of Massachusetts (played an important role in Britain’s struggle against France for control of North America), dies at 76
Died in 1771 1771 Highlights
About March 24, 1771
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 253 years, 1 month and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Aries
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