1776 Facts for Kids

The year 1776 was a time of big changes and important events around the world. New ideas were spreading, and countries were making history.

Major Events of 1776

July 4 – The United States of America officially declared its freedom from England. This important moment is known as the Declaration of Independence. It meant that the American colonies would now be their own country.

July 12 – Captain James Cook began his third and last journey. He sailed to the Pacific Ocean to explore more of the world.
The city of San Francisco was founded in California, USA. At that time, San Francisco was part of Spain.

A very important book called The Wealth of Nations was published. It was written by Adam Smith. This book is famous in the history of economics, which is the study of how people make and use money and resources.

Many interesting people were born in 1776 who would later become famous.

January 24 – E.T.A. Hoffmann was born. He was a German writer, composer, and painter.
February 11 – Joannis Capodistrias was born. He later became a Greek governor.
March 10 – Louise of Mecklenburg-Strelitz was born. She became the Queen of Prussia.
April 1 – Sophie Germain was born. She was a French mathematician who made important discoveries.
June 11 – John Constable was born. He became a famous English painter.
August 9 – Amedeo Avogadro was born. He was an Italian chemist known for his work with gases.
Muttusvami Dikshitar, an Indian composer, was also born this year.