Historical Events tagged with "1762"

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Military & Warfare

British Victory at the Battle of Signal Hill

September 15th, 1762 262 years ago

The Battle of Signal Hill was a significant military engagement between British and French forces in Newfoundland. Occurring in September 1762, British troops under Colonel William Amherst launched an assault to capture French positions atop Signal Hill. The skirmish resulted in a decisive British victory, solidifying British control over the region and contributing to the ongoing Seven Years' War.

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Politics & Government

Sweden and Prussia Forge Peace in Hamburg

May 22nd, 1762 262 years ago

In an effort to end hostilities, Sweden and Prussia signed the Treaty of Hamburg, which established peace between the two nations. The treaty followed the backdrop of the Seven Years' War, where territorial disputes and shifting alliances had strained their relations. This significant agreement was reached on 22 May 1762 in the city of Hamburg, solidifying terms of peace and restoring diplomatic ties.

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