1761 Facts for Kids

The year 1761 was a time of important events around the world, from big battles and scientific discoveries to new factories opening and even a famous children's song being published. It was a year of changes in power, scientific observations, and new beginnings.

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Important Events of 1761

January 14 – A major battle, known as the Third Battle of Panipat, took place in India. It was fought between the Marathas, a powerful group from India, and the Afghans, who were invaders from Afghanistan. The Afghans won this battle.
January 16 – The British army took control of Pondicherry, a city in India, from the French. This was part of a larger conflict between Britain and France.
In Dutch Guayana (which is now Suriname), a group of people who had escaped slavery formed their own independent community. They signed a peace treaty with the local governor, which recognized their freedom.
The famous song Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star was published in France. This beloved children's song is still sung all over the world today.
June 6 – A rare event called a Transit of Venus happened. This is when the planet Venus passes directly between the Sun and Earth, appearing as a small black dot moving across the Sun's face. Scientists observed this event from 120 different places around the world to help them measure the size of the Solar System.
The Soho Manufactory opened in England. This was a large factory owned by Matthew Boulton, where many different goods, including metal items and coins, were made using new industrial methods.
In the Funj Sultanate (an old kingdom in what is now Sudan), a powerful leader named Muhammad Abu al Kaylak took control. He was the vizier, a high-ranking official, and he carried out a coup (a sudden takeover of power) in the palace. This made the sultan, who was the ruler, a figurehead, meaning he still had the title but no real power.