1674
Shivaji Crowned Chhatrapati
In an elaborate Hindu ceremony at Raigad Fort, the Maratha warrior Shivaji was crowned Chhatrapati, paramount king, of an independent Hindu state carved out…
Third Anglo-Dutch War Ends
The Treaty of Westminster ended the Third Anglo-Dutch War with a return to the status quo.
Father Marquette Founds Mission at Chicago
The Jesuit missionary Jacques Marquette, returning from his exploration of the Mississippi, established a mission among the Illinois people near the mouth…
Jaunpur Earthquake Devastates North India
A powerful earthquake struck the Mughal province of Jaunpur in the Gangetic plain, toppling minarets, cracking fortress walls, and burying entire villages…
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Frequently asked
What happened in the year 1674?
Saeculum lists 4 events from 1674. The most significant is Shivaji Crowned Chhatrapati.
What era was 1674 part of?
1674 falls within the Enlightenment (1651-1800). Reason, revolution, and the first global wars.
Which regions saw notable events in 1674?
The events from 1674 span South Asia, Europe and North America.