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John Locke's Birth
John Locke was born on August 29th, 1632 to his parents John Locke and Agnes Keene. Both of his parents were Puritans and he was immediately baptized after being born. As a little kid, he grew up in a rural Tudor house in Belluton. (John Locke: Natural Rights to Life, Liberty, and Property) -
Taj Mahal
In 1642, the Taj Mahal was built and opened. The Taj Mahal was built in stages and it previously took roughly fifteen years to be opened. It is the pride and the identity of the Indian Muslims. (Grun and Werner) -
Massachussetts Education
On October 26th, 1647, Massachussetts passed a law requiring every town with at least fifty families to hire a school master to teach. The school master would teach basic reading, writing, and arithmetic. This is significant because it provides a better education for many children. (Grun ad Werner) -
End of Thirty Years War
On October 24th, 1648, The Thirty Years War ended. It ended when the Treaty of Westphalia was signed. It created peace and gave the Swiss Independence of Austria and the Netherlands independence of Spain. (Grun and Werner) -
Execution of King Charles I
On January 30th, King Charles I was executed because he was accused of treason. Shortly after his death, there was an establishment of Commonwealth in England. It was ruled as a republic foloowing the end of the Second English Civil War. (Grun and Werner) -
John Locke's Education
In 1652, Locke won a scholarship to Oxford University. At the school they trained men mainly for the clergy. At school, he studied logic, metaphysics, Greek and Latin. On the side, he studied free spirits , modern science, and medicine. (John Locke: Natural Rights to Life, Liberty, and Property) -
Arrival of King Charles II
On May 29th, 1660, King Charles II of England arrives in London. When he gets to London, he immediantly assumes the throne. This marks the beginning of the English Restortion. (Grun and Werner) -
King Philip's War
On June 24th, 1675, King Philips War began. Metacom united Indian goups from Rhode Island to Maine in determined effort to the English. It is important because it was the last major effort by the Indians of southern New England to drive out English settlers. (Grun and Werner) -
Exile in Holland
On July 21, 1683, Oxford University was burning books they considered dangerous. Locke feard his room would be searched so he hid his draft of the two treatises. Locke then took his belongings and fled to Rotterdam. (John Locke: Natural Rights to Life, Liberty, and Property). -
Letter Concerning Toleration
In 1689, John Locke wrote "A Letter Concerning Toleration" about the conflicts between religion and government. He believed that government should not be involved in religion. Locke thought that government should only be involved "promoting external interests, relating to life, liberty, and the general welfare". (John Locke: Natural Rights to Life, Liberty, and Property) -
Two Treatises of Government
The Two Treatises of Government was published in 1690. It was about the rights of individuals and an answer to the political problems in England.The writing piece argued that the power of the government should come from its people, not from its rulers. (John Locke: Natural Rights to Life, Liberty, and Property) -
An Essay Concerning Human Understanding
In 1690, Locke wrote "An Essay Concerning Human Understanding". It was about the theories of ideas and knowledge of how the human mind works. He believed the mind is a blank slate and as you age it is filled with experiences. (John Locke: Natural Rights to Life, Liberty, and Property) -
Some Consideration of the Consequences of the Lowering of Interest, and Raising the Value of Money
In 1691, John Locke published this essay. He explained that market action follows natural laws and that government intervention is counterproductive. Locke warned people against debasing money. (John Locke: Life, Liberty, and Property) -
Some Thoughts Concerning Education
In 1693, Locke published "Some Thoughts Concerning Education". Locke declared education is for liberty. He believed that setting a personal example is the most effective way to teach moral standards and fundamental skills. (John Locke: Natural Rights to Life, Liberty, and Property) -
Commissioner on the Board of Trade
In 1696, King William III named Locke a commissioner on the Board of Trade. His responsibility was to manage England's colonies, import restrictions, and poor relief. Locke later retired from the Board of Trade four years later. (John Locke: Natural Rights to Life, Liberty, and Property). -
John Locke's Death
John Locke died on October 28th, 1704 in High Laver, United Kingdom. It is not specified how exactly he died. His body is located at the "All Saints Churchyard" in Essex, England. (John Locke: Natural Rights to Life, Liberty, and Property)
