1730s facts for kids
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
| Centuries: | 17th century – 18th century – 19th century |
| Decades: | 1700s 1710s 1720s – 1730s – 1740s 1750s 1760s |
| Years: | 1730 1731 1732 1733 1734 1735 1736 1737 1738 1739 |
| Categories: | Births – Deaths – Architecture Establishments – Disestablishments |
The 1730s were a decade of important changes and new ideas around the world. This period saw a big religious movement in North America and the invention of a useful tool for sailors. Kings and leaders also played a key role in shaping their countries during these ten years.
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What Happened in the 1730s?
The Great Awakening Begins
One of the most important events in the 1730s was the start of the Great Awakening. This was a major religious movement in the British colonies of North America. It focused on personal religious experiences and feelings, rather than just strict church rules.
Many people felt a new sense of spiritual excitement. Preachers traveled around, giving powerful speeches that encouraged people to think deeply about their faith. This movement led to the growth of new churches and changed how many people practiced Protestant religions.
The Octant: A New Tool for Sailors
Around 1730, a very helpful tool called the Octant was invented. This invention happened independently, meaning two different people came up with the idea at almost the same time. John Hadley in Great Britain and Thomas Godfrey in the American colonies both created it.
The octant was used by sailors to measure the angle between the horizon and a celestial body, like the sun or a star. This measurement helped them figure out their ship's position at sea. It was a big step forward for navigation, making ocean travel safer and more accurate.
Who Were the World Leaders?
Many powerful rulers were in charge during the 1730s. They made decisions that affected millions of people and shaped the future of their nations.
Kings of Europe
- Louis XV was the King of France. He had been king since 1715 and would rule until 1774. France was a very powerful country in Europe during his reign.
- George II was the King of Great Britain. He ruled from 1727 to 1760. Great Britain was growing its empire and influence around the world.
- Philip V was the King of Spain. He had been king since 1700 and continued to rule until 1746. Spain also had a large empire, especially in the Americas.
Leaders in Persia (Iran)
The country of Persia saw several changes in leadership during the 1730s. This period was a time of shifting power for the Safavid dynasty and the new Afsharid dynasty.
- Tahmasp II was Shah (ruler) from 1723 to 1732.
- Abbas III followed, ruling from 1732 to 1736.
- Nadir Shah took power in 1736 and ruled until 1747. He started the Afsharid dynasty, bringing a new ruling family to Persia.
