births
October 22, 1689
John V, Portuguese king (died 1750)
John V of Portugal
Dom John V, known as the Magnanimous and the Portuguese Sun King, was King of Portugal from 9 December 1706 until his death in 1750. His reign saw the rise of Portugal and its monarchy to new levels of prosperity, wealth, and prestige among European courts.
October 22
October 22 is the 295th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 70 days remain until the end of the year.