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The last execution for witchcraft in Germany takes place.
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The War of the Second Coalition. It resulted in the French occupation of Lombardy up to the Mincio River and secured Napoleon’s military and civilian authority in Paris.
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A 32-month military war occurred between the United States, Great Britain, its colonies and its Indian allies in North America.The war was declared by the United states due to many reasons, one being trade restrictions.
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The Russian campaign was the decisive turning-point of the Napoleonic Wars that ultimately led to Napoleon’s defeat and exile on the island of Elba.
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The publication of restrictive ordinances contrary to the spirit of the Charter of 1814 started a huge uproar which saw the resignation of Charles X, and the rise of Louis-Philippe to the French throne.
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First Convicts arrive in Western Australia.
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Pierre Janssan discovers helium in solar spectrum during eclipse.
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Australia declares independence from federation of UK colonies.
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1st regular overseas radio broadcast between US & England.
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Wright Brothers invent the airplane.
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First airplane flight, Las Angeles to San francisco.
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