1737
Stradivari's Last Violin
Antonio Stradivari, ninety-three, completed his last violin in Cremona, writing his age into the label with a trembling hand.
Calcutta Cyclone of 1737
A catastrophic cyclone and storm surge from the Bay of Bengal struck the Hooghly River, drowning tens of thousands in the densely populated delta.
Kamchatka Earthquake and Tsunami
A massive earthquake off the Kamchatka Peninsula generated tsunamis that swept across the northern Pacific…
Gottingen University Founded
George II, elector of Hanover and king of Britain, founded a new university on the Leine.
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Frequently asked
What happened in the year 1737?
Saeculum lists 4 events from 1737. The most significant is Stradivari's Last Violin: Antonio Stradivari, ninety-three, completed his last violin in Cremona, writing his age into the label with a trembling hand.
What era was 1737 part of?
1737 falls within the Enlightenment (1651-1800). Reason, revolution, and the first global wars.
Which regions saw notable events in 1737?
The events from 1737 span Europe, South Asia and East Asia.