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What Happened on February 18, 1745

Historical Events

Siege of Inverness

Bonnie Prince Charlie's troops occupy Inverness, Scotland

Famous Birthdays

Alessandro Volta (1745-1827)

Italian physicist and inventor of the 1st battery, born in Como, Italy

Famous Deaths

  • Nicola Fago, Italian baroque composer, dies at 67
Died in 1745 1745 Highlights

About February 18, 1745

Calendar: Julian UK US
Day of the Week: Monday

Calendar: Gregorian France Italy Portugal Spain
Day of the Week: Thursday

How Long Ago? 279 years, 4 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Aquarius