Historical Events tagged with "Enlightenment"
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Franz Friedrich Wilhelm von Fürstenberg Establishes University
Franz Friedrich Wilhelm von Fürstenberg founded the University of Münster as a response to the Enlightenment's emphasis on education and scholarship. Located in Münster, Germany, this university aimed to provide higher education and promote academic study in various disciplines. The establishment was seen as a crucial step in advancing knowledge, particularly in the region, fostering a new generation of educated individuals who would contribute to society's intellectual and cultural development.
Continue ReadingTorture and Execution of François-Jean de la Barre
François-Jean de la Barre was sentenced to torture and execution in Abbeville, France, for not saluting a Roman Catholic religious procession. This incident arose from longstanding tensions between religious authorities and those who challenged their norms. De la Barre, despite his noble status, faced a gruesome death where he was beheaded, and his lifeless body was burned alongside a copy of Voltaire's Dictionnaire philosophique, which had been nailed to his torso as a symbol of his supposed blasphemy against the Catholic Church.
Continue ReadingCatherine II Supports Foundling Home Initiative
Catherine II of Russia officially endorsed Ivan Betskoy's establishment of a Foundling Home in Moscow. This initiative aimed to provide care for abandoned children and improve their living conditions. The Foundling Home would not only serve as a refuge for orphans but also offer education and support, reflecting Catherine's focus on social reforms and improving welfare for the vulnerable segments of society.
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