1856 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
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| Centuries: | 18th century – 19th century – 20th century |
| Decades: | 1820s 1830s 1840s – 1850s – 1860s 1870s 1880s |
| Years: | 1853 1854 1855 – 1856 – 1857 1858 1859 |
The year 1856 was a time of important changes and new beginnings around the world. Many famous people were born, and significant events helped shape history. It was a year that saw peace treaties signed and new ideas emerge.
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Important Births in 1856
This year saw the birth of several individuals who would later become very well-known for their contributions to society.
People Who Made a Difference
- April 5 – Booker T. Washington: An American educator, writer, and inventor. He worked hard to help people learn and grow, especially in education.
- July 10 – Nikola Tesla: A brilliant Croatian physicist and inventor. He is famous for his work with electricity, especially alternating current (AC) systems, which power our homes today.
- July 26 – George Bernard Shaw: An Irish writer who won the Nobel Prize in Literature. He wrote many plays that are still performed and enjoyed today.
- August 3 – Alfred Deakin: The second Prime Minister of Australia. He played a key role in forming the Australian nation.
- December 28 – Woodrow Wilson: The 28th President of the United States. He also received the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to bring peace after World War I.
Key Events of 1856
The year 1856 was marked by a major peace agreement and a notable accident.
The Treaty of Paris
On March 30, a very important agreement called the Treaty of Paris was signed. This treaty officially ended the Crimean War, a conflict that had involved several major European powers. The treaty helped to bring peace and set new rules for international relations in Europe.
Covent Garden Theatre Fire
On March 5, the famous Covent Garden Theatre in London, England, caught fire. This historic theatre was a popular place for plays and operas. The fire caused a lot of damage, but the theatre was later rebuilt.
Images for kids
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March 30: The signing of the Treaty of Paris (1856).
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The Covent Garden Theatre before the fire on March 5.
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Elizabeth Marney Conner
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George McClellan
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See also
In Spanish: 1856 para niños
