1694 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
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| Centuries: | 16th century – 17th century – 18th century |
| Decades: | 1660s 1670s 1680s – 1690s – 1700s 1710s 1720s |
| Years: | 1691 1692 1693 – 1694 – 1695 1696 1697 |
The year 1694 was a time of important changes and events around the world. Kingdoms shifted, new financial systems began, and laws were passed that shaped how countries were governed.
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Key Events of 1694
The End of Quilombo dos Palmares
On February 6, 1694, a very important community called Quilombo dos Palmares was destroyed. This was a large settlement in what is now Brazil. It was created by people who had escaped slavery, and it became a symbol of freedom and resistance. For almost 100 years, it was a safe place for thousands of people. Its destruction was a major event in the history of the Americas.
The Bank of England Is Born
On July 27, 1694, the Bank of England was officially created. This happened when it received a special document called a Royal Charter from the King and Queen. A Royal Charter is like a special permission slip from the ruler that allows an organization to exist and do certain things. The Bank of England was set up to help the government manage its money and to lend money to the country. It quickly became a very important part of England's economy.
The Triennial Bill Becomes Law
On December 22, 1694, a new law called the Triennial Bill was passed. This law was very important for how England was governed. It said that a new Parliament (which is like the country's main law-making group) had to be elected at least every three years. This meant that the King could not just keep the same Parliament for a very long time. It gave more power to the people by making sure they had regular chances to choose their representatives.
A Queen's Passing and a King's Sole Rule
On December 28, 1694, Mary II of England, who was the Queen, sadly passed away. She had been ruling England, Scotland, and Ireland together with her husband, William III of England. They were known as "co-rulers." After Queen Mary's death, King William III became the only ruler of these kingdoms. This was a significant moment for the monarchy and the future of the country.
Fire in Warwick
In 1694, a large part of the town of Warwick in England was destroyed by a big fire. Fires were a common danger in towns back then, especially with many buildings made of wood. This event caused a lot of damage and hardship for the people living there.
The End of the Lan Xang Empire
The Lao empire of Lan Xang unofficially came to an end in 1694. An empire is a very large group of countries or states ruled by one powerful leader or government. Lan Xang was a powerful kingdom in Southeast Asia for many centuries. Its unofficial end marked a big change in the history of that region.
Images for kids
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The Battle of Torroella happened on May 27, 1694.
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Voltaire, a famous writer and thinker, was born in 1694.
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Mary II of England passed away in 1694.
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See also
In Spanish: 1694 para niños
