1706 facts for kids
The year 1706 was a common year that began on a Friday. It was a time when many important things happened around the world, especially in Europe.
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
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| Centuries: | 17th century – 18th century – 19th century |
| Decades: | 1670s 1680s 1690s – 1700s – 1710s 1720s 1730s |
| Years: | 1703 1704 1705 – 1706 – 1707 1708 1709 |
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Big Events of 1706
- On September 7, a very important battle happened during the War of the Spanish Succession. This war was about who would rule Spain. The armies from Austria and Savoy worked together. They won a big victory against the French army at the Battle of Turin. This battle was a major turning point in the war.
Famous People Born in 1706
- January 17 – Benjamin Franklin was born. He grew up to be a very famous American. He was a smart thinker, one of the founding fathers of the United States, and a clever inventor. He passed away in 1790.
Notable People Who Died in 1706
- March 3 – Johann Pachelbel, a German composer, passed away. He was born in 1653. You might know his famous piece, "Canon in D."
- December 9 – King Peter II of Portugal died. He was the King of Portugal and was born in 1648.
Pictures from 1706
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King Peter II of Portugal
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Marcantonio Barbarigo
See also
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