1795 Facts for Kids

Millennium:	2nd millennium
Centuries:	17th century – 18th century – 19th century
Decades:	1760s 1770s 1780s – 1790s – 1800s 1810s 1820s
Years:	1792 1793 1794 – 1795 – 1796 1797 1798

The year 1795 was a time of big changes around the world. Countries were shifting, and new ideas were spreading. It was a year when important political events happened, shaping the future of nations.

Key Events of 1795
Important People Born in 1795
Important People Who Passed Away in 1795
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Key Events of 1795

Frankfort Becomes Kentucky's Capital

In 1795, a significant event happened in the United States. The city of Frankfort was chosen to be the capital of Kentucky. This was an important step for the young state. Kentucky had only become a state a few years earlier, in 1792. Choosing a capital city helped to establish its government and identity.

The Batavian Revolution

In Europe, the year 1795 saw the end of the old Dutch Republic. On January 18, the Batavian Revolution in Amsterdam took place. This revolution was supported by France. It led to the creation of the Batavian Republic. This new republic was more democratic and was a big change for the people living there. It showed how much the ideas of the French Revolution were spreading across Europe.

Changes in India

Far away in Asia, the year 1795 marked a turning point for the Mogul dynasty in India. This powerful empire had ruled much of India for centuries. However, by 1795, its power was greatly reduced. This year is often seen as the political end of the Mogul dynasty. Other powers, like the British East India Company, were becoming much stronger in the region.

Important People Born in 1795

Many people who would later become famous were born in 1795. These include:

Anna Pavlovna of Russia: She was a Russian princess. She later became the Queen of the Netherlands.
Friedlieb Ferdinand Runge: He was a German chemist. He discovered caffeine, which is found in coffee.
Frederick William IV of Prussia: He became the King of Prussia. He ruled during a time of big political changes in Germany.
James K. Polk: He became the 11th President of the United States. He was known for expanding the country's territory.

Important People Who Passed Away in 1795

Some notable people also died in 1795, including:

Josiah Wedgwood: He was an English potter. He founded the Wedgwood pottery company. His work greatly influenced the ceramics industry.
Carl Michael Bellman: He was a famous Swedish poet and composer. He is known for his songs and poems that describe life in the 18th century.
Tanikaze Kajinosuke: He was a legendary sumo wrestler from Japan. He was one of the first to be given the title of Yokozuna, the highest rank in sumo.
Louis XVII of France: He was the son of King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette. He was imprisoned during the French Revolution and died at a young age.
Archduke Alexander Leopold of Austria: He was a member of the Austrian royal family. He was the Palatine of Hungary.
Muhammad Ali Khan Wallajah: He was the Nawab of Arcot in India. He was an important ruler in South India.
Madhavrao II: He was a leader of the Maratha Empire in India. He was known as the Peshwa.
Antonio Zucchi: He was an Italian painter. He was known for his decorative paintings.