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The modern-day Gregorian calendar was introduced in 1582, but for centuries many European countries stuck to the Julian calendar, which was 10+ days behind the Gregorian. Did the difference in dates cause confusion in matters of international travel, trade, and communication?

by /u/electrovalent in /r/AskHistorians

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