What Happened This Year 1635

Born in 1635

Johan Göransson Gyllenstierna

Swedish lawyer and politician
Born
1635 390 years ago
Died
June 10th, 1680 344 years ago — 45 years old

Served as a prominent politician and lawyer in Sweden during the 17th century. Held significant positions including that of a member of the Swedish Council. Played a crucial role in legal reforms and governance during his tenure. Contributed to the development of Swedish law and policy, impacting the political landscape of the time.

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Robert Hooke

Architect and philosopher, Micrographia author
Born
1635 390 years ago
Died
March 3rd, 1703 322 years ago — 68 years old

An English architect and philosopher, contributed to various fields including physics, biology, and astronomy. His most significant work, 'Micrographia', published in 1665, showcased detailed observations of microscopic life and materials. Hooke formulated Hooke's Law of elasticity, describing the relationship between the force applied to a spring and its elongation. He served as the curator of experiments at the Royal Society, where he conducted numerous experiments in the study of optics and mechanics. His architectural designs included a role in the reconstruction of London after the Great Fire of 1666, notably contributing to St. Paul's Cathedral.

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Henry Morgan

Welsh admiral and Lieutenant Governor
Born
1635 390 years ago
Died
August 25th, 1688 336 years ago — 53 years old

A Welsh admiral and politician, served as the Lieutenant Governor of Jamaica during the late 17th century. Achieved prominence through privateering and sacking Spanish settlements in the Caribbean. Participated in the capture of the city of Panama in 1670, one of the most significant exploits of his career. Established a reputation for bravery and tactical skill, later appointed as a plantation owner and a key figure in the administration of the colony.

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Juan de Ayala y Escobar

Governor of Spanish Florida, 1716–1718
Born
1635 390 years ago
Died
May 28th, 1727 297 years ago — 92 years old

Served as the Governor of Spanish Florida from 1716 to 1718. During the tenure, focused on consolidating Spanish presence in the territory and managing relations with indigenous tribes. Oversaw the establishment of settlements and fortifications to strengthen defenses against British encroachment. His governance contributed to the stability of Spanish Florida in the early 18th century.

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