1720-1729

Bubonic Plague - last outbreak

May 25, 1720

The Great Plague of Marseille reached France in 1720 killing 80,000 people. This was the last significant outbreak of the Bubonic Plague.

First Prime Minister

Apr 4, 1721

Sir Robert Walpole became the first Prime Minister of the UK under King George I.

Three Years War

Jul 25, 1722

The Three Years War began on the borders Maine and Massachusetts.

Easter

Apr 9, 1724

Easter was established as a holiday.

Easter II

Apr 16, 1724

The first Easter was observed.

Covenant of Hanover

Sep 3, 1725

England, France, Hannover, and Prussia signed the Covenant of Hanover. This Covenant was a peace treaty between these countrys.

Gulliver's Travels

Dec 28, 1726

Jonathon Swift published his book Gulliver's Travels

New King

Dec 28, 1727

George II became the King of England.

Death of King

Dec 28, 1727

King George I died at the age of 67 in Hanover

Royal Colony

Jul 25, 1729

North Carolina becomes a royal colony.