What Happened This Year 1817

Born in 1817

Raffaello Carboni

Italian-Australian author and poet
Born
1817 208 years ago
Died
October 24th, 1875 149 years ago — 58 years old

An Italian-Australian writer and poet, contributed significantly to literature and poetry. Active during the 19th century, he was involved in the 1854 Eureka Rebellion in Australia, advocating for miners' rights. This event became a pivotal moment in Australian history. Carboni wrote a firsthand account of the rebellion, which provided crucial insights into the events surrounding it. His literary work captured the spirit of the time and influenced subsequent generations.

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Adolphe

Grand Duke of Luxembourg
Born
1817 208 years ago
Died
November 17th, 1905 119 years ago — 88 years old

Ascended to the throne as Grand Duke of Luxembourg in 1890, ruling until death in 1905. Worked on modernizing the Grand Duchy's infrastructure and strengthening its economy. Advocated for social reforms and aimed to establish Luxembourg as a stable and prosperous state. Maintained a neutral stance during international conflicts and promoted diplomacy.

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Herman Adolfovich Trautschold

Geologist & Paleontologist
Born
1817 208 years ago
Died
October 22nd, 1902 122 years ago — 85 years old

Contributed significantly to the fields of geology and paleontology. Conducted extensive studies on various geological formations and fossil records. Published numerous scientific papers and reports detailing findings from field research and excavations.

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Ágoston Trefort

Hungarian jurist and Minister of Education
Born
1817 208 years ago
Died
August 22nd, 1888 136 years ago — 71 years old

A prominent jurist and politician in Hungary, focused on educational reform and modernization. Served as the Minister of Education, implementing significant changes in the educational system. Played a critical role in promoting public education and accessibility to learning. Worked towards the establishment of a more structured and efficient education administration.

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Rose O'Neal Greenhow

American spy during Civil War
Born
1817 208 years ago
Died
October 1st, 1864 160 years ago — 47 years old

A prominent Confederate spy during the American Civil War, utilized connections in Washington, D.C. to gather military intelligence for the Confederacy. Established a network of informants, including politicians and military officials, enabling crucial information to be relayed to Confederate leaders. Captured by Union forces in 1862 and later released in a prisoner exchange. Continued to work as a spy until her death in a naval accident in 1864 while attempting to travel abroad.

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