1796 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
|---|---|
| Centuries: | 17th century – 18th century – 19th century |
| Decades: | 1760s 1770s 1780s – 1790s – 1800s 1810s 1820s |
| Years: | 1793 1794 1795 – 1796 – 1797 1798 1799 |
The year 1796 was an important time in history, especially for science and medicine. It was a leap year, meaning it had 366 days instead of the usual 365. Many interesting things happened around the world during this year, and several famous people were born.
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Important Events of 1796
In 1796, a major breakthrough in medicine changed the world forever. An English doctor named Edward Jenner created the first vaccination against smallpox. Smallpox was a very dangerous disease that caused many deaths and left survivors with severe scars. Jenner's discovery was a huge step forward in protecting people from this illness.
Battles and Conflicts
During this year, there were also significant battles in Europe.
- May 10: The Battle of Lodi took place. This was a key battle during the French Revolutionary Wars.
- November 17: Another important conflict was the Battle of Arcole. These battles were part of the ongoing wars that shaped Europe's future.
Notable Births in 1796
Many people who would become famous were born in 1796.
- January 7: Princess Charlotte Augusta of Wales was born. She was the only child of King George IV of the United Kingdom.
- July 26: George Catlin, a well-known American painter, was born. He is famous for his portraits of Native Americans.
- December 27: Mirza Ghalib, a very famous poet who wrote in the Urdu language, was born. His poetry is still loved and studied today.
Images for kids
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The Battle of Lodi, a key event in 1796.
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A painting showing the Battle of Arcole.
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Princess Charlotte Augusta of Wales, born in 1796.
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Philipp Franz von Siebold, a German physician and botanist.
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Nicholas I of Russia, who would later become an emperor.
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Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot, a famous French painter.
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Samuel Huntington, an American statesman.
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William Chambers (architect), a Scottish architect.
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Ulrika Pasch, a Swedish painter.
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George Campbell, a Scottish philosopher and minister.
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David Rittenhouse, an American astronomer and mathematician.
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Abraham Yates Jr., an American lawyer and politician.
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Robert Burns, a famous Scottish poet.
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Thomas Reid, a Scottish philosopher.
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Archibald Montgomerie, 11th Earl of Eglinton, a Scottish peer.
See also
In Spanish: 1796 para niños
