Birth of Andre Massena
Birth of Andre Massena
Permanent historical records · Updated 2026-11-03
1758 in France
Explore 7 historical events and records for France in 1758.
Historical records for France in 1758
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May
Birth of Maximilien Francois Marie Isidore Robespierre
Birth of Maximilien Francois Marie Isidore Robespierre
December
Halley's Comet Return
Calculates perturbations that help predict the return of Halley's Comet under Newtonian gravity.
Other events (month unknown)
Comet Return Prediction
Calculates that Jupiter and Saturn will delay the predicted return of Halley's Comet.
Marshal
Appointed Marshal of France
Sane Begins Naval Construction Training
Jacques Noel Sane entered training as a naval constructor before his long career designing French warships. The improvement promoted consistent handling or construction across naval yards.
Tutor to the Prince of Parma
Condillac becomes tutor to Ferdinand, Prince of Parma, and develops a wide-ranging course of studies.
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