The year 1742 has a special significance of its own in India and world history. Let us know some such important events of the year 1742 such as: born famous people, death of famous people, war treaty, independence of a country, invention of new technology, change of power, important national and international day etc., knowing which your general Knowledge will increase.

Important Historical Events of the Year 1742 in World ⚡

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09 DecemberKarl Wilhelm Schiel, one of Sweden's noted chemists and founders of modern chemistry, was born in Stockholm.
14 JanuaryEdmund Healy, England's best known astronomer, who introduced the world to Haley Comet, died.
12 FebruaryThe great Maratha diplomat Nana Phadnavis was born.
24 JanuaryGerman leaders chose Charles VII as emperor of Albert.
09 FebruarySir Robert Walpole, often referred to as the first British Prime Minister, was accepted as the First Earl of Orford.
13 AprilNew music hall in Dublin performed George Frederick Handel's orchestral "Messiah" for the first time.
17 MayBattle of Chutzitz: Frederick II and Persia defeated the Ostries.
28 JulyPersia and Austria signed a peace treaty.
29 AugustEdmund Hole published his "short treatise" on the card game Whist.
24 SeptemberBoston's Faneuville Hall opened to the public.
18 NovemberPersia and Britain signed the French military agreement.
01 DecemberQueen Elisabeth expelled all Jews from Russia.
13 AprilMessiah premiered at an Otorio, Dublin by the musician George Friedicandal.

Important Historical Events of the Year 1742 in India ⚡

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