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Jean Paul
1763Mar, 21

Jean Paul

Jean Paul, German journalist and author (d. 1825)
Jean Paul (German: [ʒɑ̃ paʊl] (listen); born Johann Paul Friedrich Richter, 21 March 1763 – 14 November 1825) was a German Romantic writer, best known for his humorous novels and stories.

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Events on 1763

  • 10Feb

    Treaty of Paris (1763)

    French and Indian War: The Treaty of Paris ends the war and France cedes Quebec to Great Britain.
  • 7May

    Pontiac (Ottawa leader)

    Pontiac's War begins with Pontiac's attempt to seize Fort Detroit from the British.
  • 2Jun

    Fort Michilimackinac

    Pontiac's Rebellion: At what is now Mackinaw City, Michigan, Chippewas capture Fort Michilimackinac by diverting the garrison's attention with a game of lacrosse, then chasing a ball into the fort.
  • 14Sep

    Battle of Devil's Hole

    Seneca warriors defeat British forces at the Battle of Devil's Hole during Pontiac's War.
  • 7Oct

    Royal Proclamation of 1763

    King George III of the United Kingdom issues the Royal Proclamation of 1763, closing aboriginal lands in North America north and west of the Alleghenies to white settlements.