Children
1742
Jan 8
| 1742 • James Bradley succeeds Edmond Halley as Astronomer Royal. |
1774
Jul 31
Age: 32y
| 1774 • German cobbler Johann Birkenstock creates the first Birkenstock sandals. |
1779
Nov 22
Age: 37y
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deathFauquier, Virginia, USA ⇓ Died of exposure while serving in the Continental Army 2 Sources ⇓ |
| 1779 • American Revolution – Battle of Flamborough Head: The American ship Bonhomme Richard, commanded by John Paul Jones, engages the British ship HMS Serapis. The Bonhomme Richard sinks, but the Americans board the Serapis and other vessels, and are victorious. |