1833 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
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| Centuries: | 18th century – 19th century – 20th century |
| Decades: | 1800s 1810s 1820s – 1830s – 1840s 1850s 1860s |
| Years: | 1830 1831 1832 – 1833 – 1834 1835 1836 |
The year 1833 was a time of important changes and discoveries around the world. From new inventions to big political shifts, many events shaped history during this period.
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Key Events of 1833
Political Changes and Laws
Britain and the Falkland Islands
On January 3, Britain took control of the Falkland Islands. These islands are located in the South Atlantic.
The Force Act in the United States
On March 2, U.S. President Andrew Jackson signed a law called the Force Act. This law allowed him to use the military to make sure federal laws were followed in South Carolina.
Spain's New Queen
On September 29, a very young girl named Isabella II became the Queen of Spain. Because she was a baby, her mother, Maria Cristina, ruled for her. However, Isabella's uncle, Don Carlos, Conde de Molina, believed he should be king. This disagreement led to a conflict known as the First Carlist War.
Freedom for Slaves in the British Empire
The British Parliament passed the Slavery Abolition Act. This important law gave freedom to all enslaved people across the entire British Empire.
Science and Discovery
First Presidential Train Ride
On June 6, U.S. President Jackson made history. He became the first President to ride on a train.
Charles Babbage's Analytical Engine
Charles Babbage described his idea for the analytical engine. This was a very early design for a mechanical computer, showing how important his work was for the history of computing hardware.
The Dawn of Biochemistry
In 1833, scientists made a big step in understanding how living things work. They discovered the first enzyme, called diastase. This discovery was made by Anselme Payen and marked the beginning of the study of biochemistry.
New Islands Discovered
Heard Island and the McDonald Islands were discovered in the southern Indian Ocean.
Spiritual and Cultural Events
Ayya Vaikundar's Incarnation
On March 4, Ayya Vaikundar is believed to have appeared from the sea near Thiruchendur. This event is significant in the spiritual beliefs of some people, seen as an important spiritual arrival.
Images for kids
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July 5: Battle of Cape St. Vincent
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Johannes Brahms
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Eliza Lynch
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Princess Adelheid-Marie of Anhalt-Dessau
See also
In Spanish: 1833 para niños
