1748 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
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| Centuries: | 17th century – 18th century – 19th century |
| Decades: | 1710s 1720s 1730s – 1740s – 1750s 1760s 1770s |
| Years: | 1745 1746 1747 – 1748 – 1749 1750 1751 |
The year 1748 was a time of interesting events around the world. It was a leap year, meaning it had 366 days instead of the usual 365. During this year, people saw a rare solar eclipse, and an important naval battle took place in the Caribbean Sea. Many things happened that shaped history and the lives of people during the 18th century.
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Key Events of 1748
A Solar Eclipse Lights Up the Sky
On July 25, 1748, a spectacular Solar eclipse occurred. During a solar eclipse, the Moon passes directly between the Sun and Earth, blocking the Sun's light. This makes the sky grow dark in the middle of the day. For many people, seeing such an event was a powerful experience.
One person who was deeply affected by this eclipse was a young French astronomer named Charles Messier. He was so amazed by the sight that it inspired him to dedicate his life to studying the stars and other objects in space. Messier later became very famous for creating a list of comets and other deep-sky objects, which astronomers still use today.
The Battle of Havana
In the Caribbean Sea, a significant naval battle took place on October 12, 1748. This was the Battle of Havana, fought near the island of Cuba. It was part of a larger conflict known as the War of Jenkins' Ear, which involved Great Britain and Spain.
During this battle, British naval forces, led by Admiral Sir Charles Knowles, clashed with the Spanish fleet. Both sides fought bravely, but the battle ended without a clear winner. It showed the ongoing struggle for control of important trade routes and territories in the Americas between European powers.
Notable Births in 1748
- February 15: Jeremy Bentham was born. He became a very important philosopher and social reformer in England. Bentham is known for developing the idea of "utilitarianism," which suggests that the best actions are those that bring the greatest happiness to the greatest number of people. His ideas influenced laws and government policies for many years.
Images for kids
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The Battle of Havana, a naval clash in the Caribbean.
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A portrait of Jeremy Bentham, a famous philosopher.
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A self-portrait by Jacques-Louis David.
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A portrait of William Kent.
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