1769

1769 was 102 years before the founding of the City of Birmingham.

Context

In 1769, the Russo-Turkish War continued. James Watt is granted a patent for improvements to the steam engine. France conquered Corsica. Pope Clement XIV succeeded Pope Clement XIII as the 249th pope. Spain began settling California. Daniel Boone first began to explore the present-day state of Kentucky.

Notable births in 1769 included eccentric philanthropist Joseph Williamson, geologist William Smith, and French emperor Napoleon Bonaparte. Notable deaths included Pope Clement XIII, Chief Pontiac, and card game expert Edmond Hoyle.

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