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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 1736. This year saw 4 significant events. 3 notable figures were born.

18th Century1730s

1736 Timeline

  1. Maria Theresa Habsburg marries French Stefanus (emperor François I)

    Maria Theresa Habsburg marries French Stefanus (emperor François I)

  2. Stanislaw I of Poland abdicates his throne

    Stanislaw I of Poland abdicates his throne

  3. Bellevue Hospital founded in a New York City almshouse - 1st public hospital in the US

    New York, often called New York City (NYC), is the most populous city in the United States.

  4. Battle of Ackia (Louisiana), British & Chickasaw Indians defeat French

    The Chickasaw ( CHIK-ə-saw) are an Indigenous people of the Southeastern Woodlands, United States.

  5. James Watt is born

    James Watt, Scottish inventor, engineer and chemist, known for scottish inventor, engineer and chemist, was born on 1736-01-19.

  6. Ann Lee is born

    Ann Lee founder of the shakers, known for founder of the shakers, was born on 1736-02-29.

  7. Patrick Henry is born

    Patrick Henry is born

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happened in 1736?
In 1736, there were 4 significant historical events. Notable events include Maria Theresa Habsburg marries French Stefanus (emperor François I), Stanislaw I of Poland abdicates his throne, Bellevue Hospital founded in a New York City almshouse - 1st public hospital in the US.
Who was born in 1736?
3 notable figures were born in 1736, including James Watt is born, Ann Lee is born, Patrick Henry is born.

People in 1736

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