1836 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: | 1833 1834 1835 – 1836 – 1837 1838 1839 |
The year 1836 was a time of exciting changes and important events around the world. Many things happened, from new scientific discoveries to the start of famous books and even the first railway in Australia!
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What Happened in 1836?
Important Discoveries
- Pepsin discovered: A scientist named Theodor Schwann discovered a very important substance called Pepsin. Pepsin is an enzyme that helps your body digest food, especially proteins. It's found in your stomach!
New Books and Railways
- Charles Dickens' First Book: The famous writer Charles Dickens published his very first book, The Pickwick Papers. This book was a big hit and helped him become one of the most well-known authors of all time.
- Australia's First Railway: The first railway in Australia opened in Port Arthur, Tasmania. It wasn't a big train like we know today. It was a carriage on rails that was pushed by convicts. This was a very early step in the history of railways in Australia.
Famous People Who Died
- Davy Crockett: On March 6, a famous American folk hero named Davy Crockett died. He was a frontiersman, soldier, and politician. He is remembered for his adventures and his role in American history.
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March 6: The Battle of the Alamo was a very important fight.
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April 21: The Battle of San Jacinto was another key event.
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Ramakrishna was an important spiritual leader.
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Isabella Beeton was a famous writer on household management.
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Joseph Chamberlain was a British statesman.
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Sarah Morgan Bryan Piatt was an American poet.
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Benjamin Harris Babbidge was an early settler in Australia.
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W. S. Gilbert was a famous English dramatist.
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Davy Crockett was an American folk hero.
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André-Marie Ampère was a French physicist and mathematician.
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James Madison was the fourth President of the United States.
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Charles X of France was a former King of France.
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See also
In Spanish: 1836 para niños
