1670s facts for kids
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
| Centuries: | 16th century – 17th century – 18th century |
| Decades: | 1640s 1650s 1660s – 1670s – 1680s 1690s 1700s |
| Years: | 1670 1671 1672 1673 1674 1675 1676 1677 1678 1679 |
| Categories: | Births – Deaths – Architecture Establishments – Disestablishments |
The 1670s was a busy time in history, filled with important events, new discoveries, and powerful leaders. This decade saw big changes in Europe and continued exploration in North America. People like famous scientists and explorers made their mark, and new groups of people moved to different parts of the world.
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Important Events
Wars and Exploration
- The Franco-Dutch War was a major conflict in Europe. It involved France fighting against the Dutch Republic and its allies. This war lasted for several years and changed the map of Europe.
- Father Jacques Marquette continued his amazing journeys. He explored the Great Lakes and the Mississippi River in North America. Other French explorers also traveled widely across the continent. They helped map out new areas.
New Beginnings in America
- The Quakers began to arrive in America. They came from England, seeking a place where they could practice their beliefs freely. This was an important part of early American history.
Big Science Discoveries
- Two brilliant scientists, Isaac Newton and Gottfried Leibniz, independently made a huge discovery. They both figured out a new type of math called calculus. This invention was very important for understanding how things change and move. It is still used in science and engineering today.
A Royal Plot
- A tricky event called the Popish Plot began. It was started by a man named Titus Oates. He claimed there was a plan to harm King Charles II. However, the plot was not real and eventually failed. It caused a lot of worry and trouble at the time. The plot ended in 1681.
Key People Who Died
- John Milton, a very famous British poet, passed away during this decade. He wrote many important works, including a long poem called Paradise Lost.
Leaders of the World
Many kings and emperors ruled different countries during the 1670s. Here are some of the most important leaders:
- King Frederick III of Denmark (ruled from 1648 to 1670).
- King Christian V of Denmark (ruled from 1670 to 1699).
- King Charles II of England and Scotland (ruled from 1660 to 1685).
- King Louis XIV of France (ruled from 1643 to 1715). He was known as the "Sun King."
- Leopold I, Holy Roman Emperor (ruled from 1658 to 1705).
- King Michael Korybut Wisniowiecki of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth (ruled from 1669 to 1673).
- King John III of Poland (ruled from 1674 to 1696).
- King Peter II of Portugal (ruled from 1667 to 1706).
- Tsar Aleksey I of Russia (ruled from 1645 to 1676).
- Tsar Feodor III of Russia (ruled from 1676 to 1682).
- King Charles II of Spain (ruled from 1665 to 1700).
- King Charles XI of Sweden (ruled from 1660 to 1697).
See also
In Spanish: Años 1670 para niños
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