Dutch East India Company conquers the city of Malacca, killing about 7,000 people
Dutch East India Company conquers the city of Malacca, killing about 7,000 people
Year in History
Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 1641. This year saw 12 significant events. 1 notable figure passed away.
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Dutch East India Company conquers the city of Malacca, killing about 7,000 people
Dutch East India Company conquers the city of Malacca, killing about 7,000 people
William II, Prince of Orange (14) marries English princess Mary Henrietta Stuart (9) at Whitehall Palace, London
William II, Prince of Orange (14) marries English princess Mary Henrietta Stuart (9) at Whitehall Palace, London
General Court of Election declares Rhode Island a democracy and adopts a new constitution
General Court of Election declares Rhode Island a democracy and adopts a new constitution
France and Portugal sign anti-Spanish covenant
France and Portugal sign anti-Spanish covenant
Battle at La Marfée Sedan: Earl Soisson beats French government army
Battle at La Marfée Sedan: Earl Soisson beats French government army
England and Scotland sign the Treaty of Pacification
England and Scotland sign the Treaty of Pacification
West India Company conquers Sao Paulo de Loanda, Angola
West India Company conquers Sao Paulo de Loanda, Angola
Paul de Chomedy de Maisonneuve claims Montréal
Paul de Chomedy de Maisonneuve claims Montréal
Outbreak of the Irish Rebellion of 1641 - Catholic uprising in Ulster
The Irish Rebellion of 1641 was an uprising in Ireland, initiated on 23 October 1641 by Catholic gentry and military officers.
Massachusetts becomes the first colony to formally recognize slavery with the Body of Liberties
Massachusetts becomes the first colony to formally recognize slavery with the Body of Liberties
Don Francisco de Mello appointed land guardian of South Netherlands
Don Francisco de Mello appointed land guardian of South Netherlands
Emperor Ferdinand III makes appointments with Sweden and France
Emperor Ferdinand III makes appointments with Sweden and France
Thomas Wentworth dies
Thomas Wentworth, English supporter of charles i, known for english supporter of charles i, died on 1641-05-12.
Events
William II, Prince of Orange (14) marries English princess Mary Henrietta Stuart (9) at Whitehall Palace, London
William II, Prince of Orange (14) marries English princess Mary Henrietta Stuart (9) at Whitehall Palace, London
General Court of Election declares Rhode Island a democracy and adopts a new constitution
General Court of Election declares Rhode Island a democracy and adopts a new constitution
France and Portugal sign anti-Spanish covenant
France and Portugal sign anti-Spanish covenant
Battle at La Marfée Sedan: Earl Soisson beats French government army
Battle at La Marfée Sedan: Earl Soisson beats French government army
England and Scotland sign the Treaty of Pacification
England and Scotland sign the Treaty of Pacification
West India Company conquers Sao Paulo de Loanda, Angola
West India Company conquers Sao Paulo de Loanda, Angola
Paul de Chomedy de Maisonneuve claims Montréal
Paul de Chomedy de Maisonneuve claims Montréal
Outbreak of the Irish Rebellion of 1641 - Catholic uprising in Ulster
The Irish Rebellion of 1641 was an uprising in Ireland, initiated on 23 October 1641 by Catholic gentry and military officers.
Massachusetts becomes the first colony to formally recognize slavery with the Body of Liberties
Massachusetts becomes the first colony to formally recognize slavery with the Body of Liberties
Don Francisco de Mello appointed land guardian of South Netherlands
Don Francisco de Mello appointed land guardian of South Netherlands
Emperor Ferdinand III makes appointments with Sweden and France
Emperor Ferdinand III makes appointments with Sweden and France
Notable Deaths
Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened in 1641?
- In 1641, there were 12 significant historical events. Notable events include Dutch East India Company conquers the city of Malacca, killing about 7,000 people, William II, Prince of Orange (14) marries English princess Mary Henrietta Stuart (9) at Whitehall Palace, London, General Court of Election declares Rhode Island a democracy and adopts a new constitution.
- Who died in 1641?
- 1 notable figure passed away in 1641, including Thomas Wentworth dies.