Voltaire: Writer, Wit, Philosopher and Rebel
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Famous Deaths
Voltaire (1694-1778)
French writer, philosopher and playwright (Candide), dies at 83
Died in 1778 1778 Highlights
About May 30, 1778
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 245 years, 11 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Gemini
