What Happened This Year 1737

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Born in 1737

August Wilhelm Hupel

Linguist and author of Estonian works

Born

1737 289 years ago

Died

February 7th, 1819 207 years ago — 82 years old

Contributed significantly to the study of the Estonian language and culture. Authored several works, including grammar and dictionaries that established foundational linguistic principles. Played a role in promoting Estonian literature and education during the late 18th century. Was involved in the development of the written form of the Estonian language and worked on translating various texts into Estonian.

Johann Friedrich Struensee

Physician and politician in Denmark

Born

1737 289 years ago

Died

April 28th, 1772 253 years ago — 35 years old

Served as a court physician in Denmark. In 1770, appointed as a Minister of State, Struensee implemented significant reforms aimed at modernizing Danish governance and administration. Reforms included abolishing censorship, enhancing educational opportunities, and promoting civil liberties. His tenure was marked by tension with the monarchy, leading to a coup. Struensee was arrested, tried, and executed in 1772.