What Happened This Year 1722

People Who Died in 1722

Henri de Boulainvilliers

French nobleman and political theorist
Born
October 21st, 1658 366 years ago
Died
1722 303 years ago — 64 years old

A prominent French nobleman and political theorist, he contributed significantly to the development of the concept of historical and social identity in France. He was associated with the study of nobility and the attention to the structural differences between noble and common status. His works illustrated the impact of social hierarchy on the political landscape. Boulainvilliers advocated for the rights of the nobility and analyzed the relationship between monarchy and aristocracy in the context of French history and governance.

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Robert Sibbald

Scottish physician and geographer
Born
April 15th, 1641 383 years ago
Died
1722 303 years ago — 81 years old

A physician and geographer, contributed significantly to the understanding of Scotland's geography and history. Played an important role in the establishment of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh. Authored 'The History of the Province of Moray', providing valuable insights into the region's historical and geographical context. Worked as a professor of medicine and was involved in various medical practices in Edinburgh, influencing the field of medicine in Scotland.

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Bartholomew Roberts

Welsh pirate with numerous ship captures
Born
May 17th, 1682 342 years ago
Died
1722 303 years ago — 40 years old

Born in 1682, a notable figure in the Golden Age of Piracy who became one of the most successful pirates of the early 18th century. Stole over 400 ships across the Atlantic and West Indies, establishing a reputation for both daring and efficiency. Commanded a fleet that threatened shipping lanes and maintained a base of operations off the coast of West Africa. Captured several notable ships, including the Royal Fortune and the Chappell. Killed in action in 1722 while engaging a British naval vessel.

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