1st to use the phrase Balance of Power to express the British
1st to use the phrase "Balance of Power" to express the British foreign policy
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1741 in Great Britain
Explore 17 historical events and records for Great Britain in 1741.
Historical records for Great Britain in 1741
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February
Balance of Power
1st to use the phrase "Balance of Power" to express the British foreign policy
March
Siege of Cartagena de Indias
Vernon’s large expedition began operations against the fortified Spanish port of Cartagena de Indias.
Birth of Joseph Priestley
Birth of Joseph Priestley, later associated with Birmingham’s Lunar Society.
Siege of Cartagena de Indias
Wentworth commanded the British land forces during the unsuccessful campaign against Cartagena.
April
Assault on Fort San Lazaro
Wentworth’s troops failed in a costly assault against Fort San Lazaro outside Cartagena.
Bombardment of Cartagena
Knowles participated in naval operations and bombardments against Cartagena’s defensive works.
May
Withdrawal from Cartagena
Vernon withdrew after disease, casualties, and failed assaults made the capture of Cartagena impossible.
July
Landing at Guantanamo Bay
Wentworth landed British and colonial troops intending to advance against Santiago de Cuba.
Invasion of Cuba
Vernon redirected his expedition toward Cuba and established a base at Guantanamo Bay.
August
Santiago de Cuba Expedition
Knowles supported naval operations during the stalled British campaign against Santiago de Cuba.
November
Withdrawal from Cuba
Vernon abandoned the Cuban expedition after disease and logistical problems prevented an attack on Santiago.
Other events (month unknown)
44th Foot
Commissioned to the 44th Foot, a marine regiment
Enraged Musician Published
Hogarth published The Enraged Musician, a satirical contrast between musical ambition and London street noise.
Essays Moral and Political First Volume
Hume published the first volume of Essays Moral and Political, applying philosophical analysis to politics and society.
Member of Parliament
Elected Member of Parliament
New York Conspiracy Investigation
Clarke’s colonial administration authorized investigations and prosecutions after a series of suspicious fires.
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