Edmond Halley is appointed as the second Astronomer Royal at the Greenwich Observatory
Edmond (or Edmund) Halley (8 November [O.S. 29 October] 1656 – 25 January 1742 [O.S. 14 January 1741]) was an English astronomer, mathematician and physicist.
Year in History
Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 1720. This year saw 16 significant events. 1 notable figure passed away.
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Edmond Halley is appointed as the second Astronomer Royal at the Greenwich Observatory
Edmond (or Edmund) Halley (8 November [O.S. 29 October] 1656 – 25 January 1742 [O.S. 14 January 1741]) was an English astronomer, mathematician and physicist.
The Ship "Le Grand St Antoine" reaches Marseille, bringing Europe's last major plague outbreak. Kills around 100,000.
The Ship "Le Grand St Antoine" reaches Marseille, bringing Europe's last major plague outbreak. Kills around 100,000.
The Committee of Inquiry on the South Sea Bubble publishes its findings
The Committee of Inquiry on the South Sea Bubble publishes its findings
Sweden and Prussia sign a peace treaty ending hostilities between them during the Great Northern War
Sweden and Prussia sign a peace treaty ending hostilities between them during the Great Northern War
Sweden and Prussia sign the Second Treaty of Stockholm
The Treaties of Stockholm were two treaties signed in 1719 and 1720 that ended the war between Sweden and an alliance of Hanover and Prussia. Aspects of the conflict that remained unresolved would be...
Queen Ulrika Eleonora of Sweden abdicates in favour of her husband, Frederick
Ulrika Eleonora or Ulrica Eleanor (23 January 1688 – 24 November 1741), also known as Ulrika Eleonora the Younger, was Queen of Sweden from 5 December 1718 until her abdication on 29 February 1720 in...
Foundation stone laid for German Baroque palace the Würzburg Residence (completed 1744)
The Würzburg Residence (German: Würzburger Residenz) is a palace in Würzburg, Germany.
Sweden and Denmark signs 3rd Treaty of Stockholm
Frederick I (Swedish: Fredrik I; 28 April 1676 – 5 April 1751) was King of Sweden from 1720 until his death, having been prince consort of Sweden from 1718 to 1720, and was also Landgrave of...
Mrs. Clements of England markets the first paste-style mustard
Mrs. Clements of England markets the first paste-style mustard
Sweden and Denmark sign peace treaty
Sweden and Denmark sign peace treaty
The second important victory of the Russian Navy: the Battle of Grengam
The second important victory of the Russian Navy: the Battle of Grengam
In a period known as the South Sea Bubble, the South Sea Company reaches a frenzy in London as the stock price of the So
In a period known as the South Sea Bubble, the South Sea Company reaches a frenzy in London as the stock price of the South Sea Company peaks at £1,000, collapses soon after, and falls to £124 by December
Isaak of Hoornbeek is elected Dutch pension advisor
Isaak of Hoornbeek is elected Dutch pension advisor
French government proclaims a strike on banknotes
French government proclaims a strike on banknotes
Pierre de Marivaux's play "Arlequin Poli Par l'Amour" premieres in Paris
Pierre de Marivaux's play "Arlequin Poli Par l'Amour" premieres in Paris
Rabbi Yehuda Hasid synagogue set afire
Rabbi Yehuda Hasid synagogue set afire
Calico Jack dies
Calico Jack dies
Events
The Ship "Le Grand St Antoine" reaches Marseille, bringing Europe's last major plague outbreak. Kills around 100,000.
The Ship "Le Grand St Antoine" reaches Marseille, bringing Europe's last major plague outbreak. Kills around 100,000.
The Committee of Inquiry on the South Sea Bubble publishes its findings
The Committee of Inquiry on the South Sea Bubble publishes its findings
Sweden and Prussia sign a peace treaty ending hostilities between them during the Great Northern War
Sweden and Prussia sign a peace treaty ending hostilities between them during the Great Northern War
Sweden and Prussia sign the Second Treaty of Stockholm
The Treaties of Stockholm were two treaties signed in 1719 and 1720 that ended the war between Sweden and an alliance of Hanover and Prussia. Aspects of the conflict that remained unresolved would be...
Queen Ulrika Eleonora of Sweden abdicates in favour of her husband, Frederick
Ulrika Eleonora or Ulrica Eleanor (23 January 1688 – 24 November 1741), also known as Ulrika Eleonora the Younger, was Queen of Sweden from 5 December 1718 until her abdication on 29 February 1720 in...
Foundation stone laid for German Baroque palace the Würzburg Residence (completed 1744)
The Würzburg Residence (German: Würzburger Residenz) is a palace in Würzburg, Germany.
Sweden and Denmark signs 3rd Treaty of Stockholm
Frederick I (Swedish: Fredrik I; 28 April 1676 – 5 April 1751) was King of Sweden from 1720 until his death, having been prince consort of Sweden from 1718 to 1720, and was also Landgrave of...
Mrs. Clements of England markets the first paste-style mustard
Mrs. Clements of England markets the first paste-style mustard
Sweden and Denmark sign peace treaty
Sweden and Denmark sign peace treaty
The second important victory of the Russian Navy: the Battle of Grengam
The second important victory of the Russian Navy: the Battle of Grengam
In a period known as the South Sea Bubble, the South Sea Company reaches a frenzy in London as the stock price of the So
In a period known as the South Sea Bubble, the South Sea Company reaches a frenzy in London as the stock price of the South Sea Company peaks at £1,000, collapses soon after, and falls to £124 by December
Isaak of Hoornbeek is elected Dutch pension advisor
Isaak of Hoornbeek is elected Dutch pension advisor
French government proclaims a strike on banknotes
French government proclaims a strike on banknotes
Pierre de Marivaux's play "Arlequin Poli Par l'Amour" premieres in Paris
Pierre de Marivaux's play "Arlequin Poli Par l'Amour" premieres in Paris
Rabbi Yehuda Hasid synagogue set afire
Rabbi Yehuda Hasid synagogue set afire
Notable Deaths
Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened in 1720?
- In 1720, there were 16 significant historical events. Notable events include Edmond Halley is appointed as the second Astronomer Royal at the Greenwich Observatory, The Ship "Le Grand St Antoine" reaches Marseille, bringing Europe's last major plague outbreak. Kills around 100,000., The Committee of Inquiry on the South Sea Bubble publishes its findings.
- Who died in 1720?
- 1 notable figure passed away in 1720, including Calico Jack dies.