1754 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
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| Centuries: | 17th century – 18th century – 19th century |
| Decades: | 1720s 1730s 1740s – 1750s – 1760s 1770s 1780s |
| Years: | 1751 1752 1753 – 1754 – 1755 1756 1757 |
The year 1754 was a time of important changes and new beginnings around the world. Major events happened in North America, leading to a big war. New schools were started, and leaders changed in powerful empires.
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Key Events of 1754
A Plan for American Unity
In 1754, leaders from the New England Colonies met in a place called Albany. This meeting, known as the Albany Convention, was very important. They talked about a plan to unite the American colonies. This idea, called an American Union, was an early step towards the colonies working together.
Columbia University Begins
In July 1754, a new college was founded in New York City. It was called King's College and was started by King George II of England. This college is now known as Columbia University. It first opened in Lower Manhattan. Teaching stopped for a while in 1776 but started again in 1784. The school grew a lot and was renamed Columbia University in 1896.
The Start of the French and Indian War
The year 1754 also marked the beginning of a major conflict in North America. This war is known as the French and Indian War. It was fought between Britain and its American colonies against France and their Native American allies. This war had a huge impact on the future of North America.
New Marriage Rules in Britain
In 1754, Britain and its colonies passed a new law about marriage. This law was called the Marriage Act. It set many of the rules for marriage that we still see today. It changed how people got married and made the process more formal.
Change of Leader in the Ottoman Empire
In the Ottoman Empire, a big change happened in 1754. The emperor, Mahmud I, passed away. A new leader, Osman III, took his place. The Ottoman Empire was a very large and powerful empire at this time.
Notable Births in 1754
William Bligh is Born
On September 9, 1754, William Bligh was born. He became a famous captain in the British Navy. He is best known for being the captain of the ship Bounty. There was a famous mutiny, or rebellion, by his crew against him. Later, he also served as the Governor of New South Wales in Australia.
Images for kids
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May 14: Start of the French and Indian War with the Battle of Fort Necessity
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Frédéric-César de La Harpe
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Marie Isabelle de Rohan, Duchess of Tallard died 5 January
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Carl Georg Siöblad died 1 September
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Safdar Jang died 5 October
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Mahmud I died 13 December
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