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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 1495. This year saw 3 significant events.

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1495 Timeline

  1. First written record of Scotch whisky appears in the Exchequer Rolls of Scotland, Friar John Cor is listed as the distil

    First written record of Scotch whisky appears in the Exchequer Rolls of Scotland, Friar John Cor is listed as the distiller

  2. King Ferdinand II returns to Naples

    King Ferdinand II returns to Naples

  3. French viceroy of Naples Montpensier surrenders

    French viceroy of Naples Montpensier surrenders

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What happened in 1495?
In 1495, there were 3 significant historical events. Notable events include First written record of Scotch whisky appears in the Exchequer Rolls of Scotland, Friar John Cor is listed as the distil, King Ferdinand II returns to Naples, French viceroy of Naples Montpensier surrenders.

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