Francesco Cavalli's opera "Giasone" premieres in Venice (the most popular opera of the 17th century)
Giasone (Jason) is an opera in three acts and a prologue with music by Francesco Cavalli and a libretto by Giacinto Andrea Cicognini.
Year in History
Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 1649. This year saw 10 significant events. 2 notable figures were born. 1 notable figure passed away.
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Francesco Cavalli's opera "Giasone" premieres in Venice (the most popular opera of the 17th century)
Giasone (Jason) is an opera in three acts and a prologue with music by Francesco Cavalli and a libretto by Giacinto Andrea Cicognini.
The English Rump Parliament votes to put Charles I on trial for treason and other high crimes
The trial of Charles I took place in January 1649, marking the first time a reigning monarch was tried and executed by his own subjects.
England is declared a Commonwealth by an act of the Rump Parliament, making England a republic for the next 11 years
Charles II (29 May 1630 – 6 February 1685) was King of Scotland from 1649 until 1651 and King of England, Scotland, and Ireland from the 1660 Restoration of the monarchy until his death in...
Philip IV, King of Spain (44) marries his niece Mariana of Austria (14) in Navalcarnero, Spain
Philip IV, King of Spain (44) marries his niece Mariana of Austria (14) in Navalcarnero, Spain
Sobornoye Ulozheniye of 1649: Russia adopts new code of laws, consolidating serfdom (OS 29 Jan) [1]
Sobornoye Ulozheniye of 1649: Russia adopts new code of laws, consolidating serfdom (OS 29 Jan) [1]
The Frondeurs (French rebels) and the French government sign the Peace of Rueil.
The Frondeurs (French rebels) and the French government sign the Peace of Rueil.
Maryland Toleration Act passed in the American colony, allowing freedom of worship for Christians but sentencing to deat
Maryland Toleration Act passed in the American colony, allowing freedom of worship for Christians but sentencing to death anyone who rejected the divinity of Jesus
First English translation of the Qur'an "Alcoran of Mahomet" is published in London by Alexander Ross, based on a French
First English translation of the Qur'an "Alcoran of Mahomet" is published in London by Alexander Ross, based on a French translation
Russian Tsar Alexis throws English merchants out of Moscow
Russian Tsar Alexis throws English merchants out of Moscow
Last Swedish troops vacate Prague
Last Swedish troops vacate Prague
John Trenchard is born
John Trenchard is born
James Scott is born
James Scott is born
Charles I dies
Charles I dies
Events
The English Rump Parliament votes to put Charles I on trial for treason and other high crimes
The trial of Charles I took place in January 1649, marking the first time a reigning monarch was tried and executed by his own subjects.
England is declared a Commonwealth by an act of the Rump Parliament, making England a republic for the next 11 years
Charles II (29 May 1630 – 6 February 1685) was King of Scotland from 1649 until 1651 and King of England, Scotland, and Ireland from the 1660 Restoration of the monarchy until his death in...
Philip IV, King of Spain (44) marries his niece Mariana of Austria (14) in Navalcarnero, Spain
Philip IV, King of Spain (44) marries his niece Mariana of Austria (14) in Navalcarnero, Spain
Sobornoye Ulozheniye of 1649: Russia adopts new code of laws, consolidating serfdom (OS 29 Jan) [1]
Sobornoye Ulozheniye of 1649: Russia adopts new code of laws, consolidating serfdom (OS 29 Jan) [1]
The Frondeurs (French rebels) and the French government sign the Peace of Rueil.
The Frondeurs (French rebels) and the French government sign the Peace of Rueil.
Maryland Toleration Act passed in the American colony, allowing freedom of worship for Christians but sentencing to deat
Maryland Toleration Act passed in the American colony, allowing freedom of worship for Christians but sentencing to death anyone who rejected the divinity of Jesus
First English translation of the Qur'an "Alcoran of Mahomet" is published in London by Alexander Ross, based on a French
First English translation of the Qur'an "Alcoran of Mahomet" is published in London by Alexander Ross, based on a French translation
Russian Tsar Alexis throws English merchants out of Moscow
Russian Tsar Alexis throws English merchants out of Moscow
Last Swedish troops vacate Prague
Last Swedish troops vacate Prague
Famous Births
Notable Deaths
Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened in 1649?
- In 1649, there were 10 significant historical events. Notable events include Francesco Cavalli's opera "Giasone" premieres in Venice (the most popular opera of the 17th century), The English Rump Parliament votes to put Charles I on trial for treason and other high crimes, England is declared a Commonwealth by an act of the Rump Parliament, making England a republic for the next 11 years.
- Who was born in 1649?
- 2 notable figures were born in 1649, including John Trenchard is born, James Scott is born.
- Who died in 1649?
- 1 notable figure passed away in 1649, including Charles I dies.