1757 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: | 1754 1755 1756 – 1757 – 1758 1759 1760 |
The year 1757 was a time of many important events around the world. It was a busy year, especially with the Seven Years' War happening in Europe and other conflicts in places like India. Many battles took place, changing who controlled different lands and cities.
Major Events of 1757
Battles and Conflicts
- January 2 – The United Kingdom captured Calcutta in India. This was an important city for trade and power.
- May 6 – The Battle of Prague took place. Frederick the Great led his Prussian army to defeat an Austrian army. After this victory, he began to surround the city of Prague.
- June 18 – At the Battle of Kolín, Frederick the Great's army was defeated by an Austrian army. This loss, led by Marshal Daun, forced the Prussians to leave Bohemia.
- June 23 – The Battle of Plassey was a major event in India. About 3,000 British troops, led by Robert Clive, defeated a much larger 50,000-strong Indian army. This battle was a key moment for British power in India.
- July 26 – The Battle of Hastenbeck saw an army from Britain and Hanover, led by the Duke of Cumberland, defeated by French forces. This defeat made them leave Hanover.
- July 30 – In the Battle of Gross-Jägersdorf, a Prussian army was defeated by the Russian army. This battle showed the strength of the Russian forces.
- October 16 – Austrian soldiers raided and took valuable items from Berlin, the capital of Prussia.
- November 5 – The Battle of Rossbach was another victory for Frederick the Great. He defeated a combined French and Imperial army, forcing the French to leave Saxony.
- November 22 – The Battle of Breslau saw an Austrian army defeat the Prussian army. This pushed the Prussians back behind the Oder River.
- December 6 – In the Battle of Leuthen, Frederick the Great once again defeated the Austrian army. This was a significant victory for Prussia.
Changes in Leadership
- October 30 – Osman III passed away. He was the Sultan of the Ottoman Empire. His successor was Mustafa III, who became the new leader.
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Sultan Osman III
See also
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