1675 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
|---|---|
| Centuries: | 16th century – 17th century – 18th century |
| Decades: | 1640s 1650s 1660s – 1670s – 1680s 1690s 1700s |
| Years: | 1672 1673 1674 – 1675 – 1676 1677 1678 |
The year 1675 was a common year that started on a Tuesday. Many interesting things happened around the world during this time.
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What Happened in 1675?
Important Events Around the World
- April: A new land was found far away in the South Atlantic Ocean. This land is an island called South Georgia.
- June 24: A big conflict known as King Philip's War began in North America. This was a fight between Native American tribes and English colonists.
- August 10: Work started on building the Royal Greenwich Observatory in England. This observatory was built to help sailors find their way using the stars and to improve maps.
Famous People Born in 1675
- March 31: Pope Benedict XIV was born. He later became the leader of the Catholic Church. He was known for his knowledge and for trying to make the Church more modern. He passed away in 1758.
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In Spanish: 1675 para niños
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