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1704 in Germany

Explore 3 historical events and records for Germany in 1704.

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Historical records for Germany in 1704

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August

4 August 1704

Capture of Gibraltar

Hesse-Darmstadt, George · Gibraltar · Field Marshal · Warfare / War of the Spanish Succession

Prince George of Hesse-Darmstadt directs the landing forces and claims Gibraltar for Archduke Charles.

13 August 1704

Battle of Blenheim

Eugene of Savoy · Blenheim · Marshal · Warfare / War of the Spanish Succession

Victory helps keep Bavaria in the war. Marlborough & Eugene defeat the French-Bavarian-Prussian coalition. Helps prevent Vienna from being captured

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1704

Almira Opera Composed

Handel, George Frideric · London · Arts / Opera

Handel composed Almira for the Hamburg opera stage during the early phase of his career.

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