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Nov 18, 2021 · Nations and Empires were built, new political and scientific systems were established, and in the theatre of war, many people died. In this article, we will look at 7 key events that took place during the 17th Century. 1. The crowns of England and Scotland unite (1603)
1611: A Dutch trader is killed in Banjarmasin and the Dutch East India Trading Company sacks the city. 1611: The first publication of the King James Bible. 1612: Sultan Iskandar Muda of Aceh captures the North Sumatran port of Deli. 1612: Cotswold Olimpick Games first organized by Robert Dover.
Jul 29, 2019 · Here is a brief historical list of the greatest technology, science, and invention hits of the 17th century. 1608 German-Dutch spectacle-maker Hans Lippershey invents the first refracting telescope .
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Some of the greatest inventions took place in this century. It was during this period that the European colonization of the Americas began in earnest, including the exploitation of the silver deposits, which resulted in bouts of inflation as wealth was drawn into Europe. [2]
Jul 22, 2022 · Last updated on July 22nd, 2022 at 07:07 pm. It was a tumultuous time – the 17th Century. Political, social, and religious upheaval was the norm. But amidst all the chaos, some momentous events shaped history. In this article post, we will look at 10 of the most important events from the 17th Century. The Romanov Dynasty.
World History Timeline: 17th Century (1601 to 1700) 1611-20 1621-30 1631-40 1641-50. 1651-60 1661-70 1671-80 1681-90 1691-1700. 1601 Dutch defeat the Portuguese in a naval battle in the Indonesian Archipelago (the Spice Islands). 1602 Shah Abbas of Iran drives the Portuguese from Bahrain.
Feb 29, 2024 · The Enlightenment (Age of Reason) was a revolution in thought in Europe and North America from the late 17th century to the late 18th century. The Enlightenment involved new approaches in philosophy, science, and politics.
