Death of Gyurme Namgyal
Qing ambans kill Gyurme Namgyal, triggering a violent uprising in Lhasa.
Historical events in 1750
13 historical records
November 17502 historical events
Birth of Fateh Ali Tippu
Birth of Fateh Ali Tippu, also known as the Tiger of Mysore.
Capture of Herat
Ahmad Shah captures Herat and incorporates western Afghanistan into his empire.
Ambassador
Appointed Ambassador of France
Birth of Charles Belasyse
Birth of Charles Belasyse
Henry Berry Takes Over Dock Completion
Berry continued the dock works after the death of the original designer Thomas Steers. The episode shows how specialised basins became part of a larger harbour system.
South Dock Construction Resumes
The construction programme moved forward under Berry toward a functioning enclosed basin. The change affected the handling of cargo in an impounded wet dock.
Discourse on the Sciences and Arts
Rousseau wins the Dijon Academy prize by arguing that progress can corrupt morals.
System of Epicurus
La Mettrie publishes System of Epicurus, connecting his materialism with Epicurean themes.
Peerage
Created Earl of Hertford, 2nd
Transit Instrument Precision Enhanced
Bradley's observational programme relied on improved meridian equipment to establish dependable star positions. Its influence reached maritime practice beyond the Observatory itself.
Lieutenant
Appointed Lieutenant Colonel, rank confirmed, in the Twentieth Foot
Succession
Succeeds as Shah