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Re: Interesting way of numbering years, early 18th century
From: Robin Stuart
Date: 2023 Sep 16, 15:51 -0700
From: Robin Stuart
Date: 2023 Sep 16, 15:51 -0700
DaveP,
I wondered whether this strange notation might be associated with some sort of calendar change. The explanation seems to be contained here. By chance both of the deceased died in the period of ambiguity from 1 January to 24 March,
Regards,
Robin
