1846 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
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| Centuries: | 18th century – 19th century – 20th century |
| Decades: | 1810s 1820s 1830s – 1840s – 1850s 1860s 1870s |
| Years: | 1843 1844 1845 – 1846 – 1847 1848 1849 |
1846 was a year in the 19th century. Many interesting things happened around the world during this time.
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Key Events of 1846
The Mexican-American War Begins
On April 25, 1846, the Mexican–American War started. This was a conflict between the United States and Mexico. The war was mainly about land, especially the territory of Texas and other areas in the American Southwest. It lasted for about two years.
The Saxophone Gets Patented
On May 17, 1846, the Saxophone was officially patented. A patent is like a special legal document that gives someone the exclusive right to make, use, or sell an invention for a certain period. This means that no one else can copy it without permission. The saxophone was invented by Adolphe Sax, a Belgian instrument maker. It is a popular musical instrument used in many types of music, from jazz to classical.
Images for kids
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Wilhelm Maybach, a German engine designer.
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Rita Cetina Gutiérrez, a Mexican educator and poet.
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George Westinghouse, an American entrepreneur and engineer.
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Emperor Ninkō of Japan.
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See also
In Spanish: 1846 para niños
