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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 1681. This year saw 6 significant events.

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1681 Timeline

  1. First recorded boxing match is organized by Christopher Monck, 2nd Duke of Albemarle, between his butler and his butcher

    First recorded boxing match is organized by Christopher Monck, 2nd Duke of Albemarle, between his butler and his butcher

  2. Third Exclusion Parliament meets in Oxford and lasts for one week, the last time Parliament meets outside Westminster

    Third Exclusion Parliament meets in Oxford and lasts for one week, the last time Parliament meets outside Westminster

  3. Earl of Shaftesbury arrested for high treason

    Anthony Ashley Cooper, 1st Earl of Shaftesbury PC, FRS (22 July 1621 – 21 January 1683), was an English statesman and peer.

  4. Hague Treaty of Guarantee is signed between Sweden and the Netherlands

    Hague Treaty of Guarantee is signed between Sweden and the Netherlands

  5. Earl of Shaftesbury is accused of high treason in London

    Anthony Ashley Cooper, 1st Earl of Shaftesbury PC, FRS (22 July 1621 – 21 January 1683), was an English statesman and peer.

  6. Hungarian parliament promises protestants freedom of religion

    Freedom of religion or religious liberty, also known as freedom of religion or belief (FoRB), is a principle that supports the freedom of an individual or community, in public or private, to manifest...

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What happened in 1681?
In 1681, there were 6 significant historical events. Notable events include First recorded boxing match is organized by Christopher Monck, 2nd Duke of Albemarle, between his butler and his butcher, Third Exclusion Parliament meets in Oxford and lasts for one week, the last time Parliament meets outside Westminster, Earl of Shaftesbury arrested for high treason.

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