What Happened This Year 1667

Born in 1667

Ludwika Karolina Radziwiłł

Prussian-Lithuanian Electress
Born
February 27th, 1667 358 years ago
Died
1695 330 years ago — 28 years old

Born in 1667, a member of the noble Radziwiłł family. Married Charles III Philip, Elector Palatine, securing political alliances through the union. Played a significant role in the court life of the Palatinate and influenced cultural exchanges between her native region and the Palatinate. Contributed to the maintenance of noble traditions and the integration of different cultural backgrounds in the court.

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John Arbuthnot

Scottish physician and polymath
Born
April 29th, 1667 357 years ago
Died
February 27th, 1735 290 years ago — 67 years old

A Scottish physician and polymath, contributions spanned medicine, literature, and mathematics. Served as a physician to Queen Anne, providing medical insights and treatments. Authored influential works in both satire and medicine, blending humor with critical social commentary. Played a significant role in the early development of statistics and epidemiology, particularly through the application of mathematics in medical understanding. Engaged in political commentary and discourse through writings, influencing contemporary thought.

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Abraham de Moivre

Mathematician and probability theorist
Born
May 26th, 1667 357 years ago
Died
November 27th, 1754 270 years ago — 87 years old

Born in 1667, this mathematician contributed significantly to the fields of probability and statistics. Worked extensively on the theory of probability, particularly in the context of card games and gambling. Developed the concept of the normal distribution and formulated de Moivre's theorem, which connects complex numbers and trigonometry. Also authored 'The Doctrine of Chances', which was one of the first complete texts on the mathematical theory of probability, impacting both mathematics and its applications in various fields.

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Ivan Trubetskoy

Russian field marshal and politician
Born
June 18th, 1667 357 years ago
Died
January 16th, 1750 275 years ago — 82 years old

Field marshal and politician held significant positions in the Russian military and government. Played a critical role during the Northern War, contributing to military strategies and operations that helped secure Russian victories. Served as a senator and was involved in various political matters of the time. Participated in administrative reforms aimed at strengthening Russia's governance and military structure. His career reflected a combination of military leadership and political engagement.

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Pietro Ottoboni

Italian Cardinal and Patron of the Arts
Born
July 2nd, 1667 357 years ago
Died
February 28th, 1740 285 years ago — 72 years old

Played a significant role in the Baroque period as a cardinal within the Catholic Church. Served as a patron of numerous artists and composers, fostering cultural development in art and music. Commissioned notable works, including those by prominent figures such as Antonio Vivaldi and Gian Lorenzo Bernini. Contributed to various artistic endeavors during his time in Rome, influencing the arts and church practices with his support and involvement.

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Johann Bernoulli

Mathematician and pioneer of calculus
Born
August 6th, 1667 357 years ago
Died
January 1st, 1748 277 years ago — 80 years old

A prominent figure in the development of calculus, contributed significantly to the field of mathematics and made important advancements in differential equations and infinite series. Held a professorship at the University of Basel and engaged with contemporaries such as Euler. Recognized for his work on the calculus of variations, particularly through the famous Brachistochrone problem. Actively participated in mathematical competitions and corresponded with leading mathematicians of the time.

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Louise of Mecklenburg-Güstrow

Queen of Denmark and Norway
Born
August 28th, 1667 357 years ago
Died
1721 304 years ago — 54 years old

Born in 1667, she married Frederick IV of Denmark, becoming queen consort of Denmark and Norway. Her reign coincided with significant political and cultural developments in both countries. She was involved in various court activities and served as a patron of the arts, supporting cultural initiatives during her time. Her influence extended into the royal court, and she worked to foster relationships between Denmark and Norway through her royal duties.

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Giovanni Girolamo Saccheri

Mathematician and philosopher, Saccheri's work
Born
September 5th, 1667 357 years ago
Died
October 25th, 1733 291 years ago — 66 years old

An Italian priest and mathematician, significant contributions included investigations into non-Euclidean geometry. Saccheri formulated what is now known as Saccheri quadrilaterals, exploring the properties of geometric figures under different axioms. His work laid groundwork for later developments in the field of geometry and influenced mathematicians such as Gauss and Bolyai. Besides mathematics, his philosophical pursuits included discussions on the existence of God and the nature of knowledge.

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Maria Anna of Neuburg

Queen consort of Spain
Born
October 28th, 1667 357 years ago

Born in 1667, served as queen consort of Spain through marriage to Charles II. The marriage took place in 1690, during a time marked by political intrigue and dynastic alliances. The royal couple faced challenges including the king's health issues and Spain's declining power in Europe. Despite these challenges, the queen played a role in court politics and supported the rituals and ceremonies of the Spanish court. After the death of Charles II in 1700, the political landscape of Spain changed dramatically, leading to the War of Spanish Succession, which forever altered the monarchy's role in European affairs.

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