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In the year 1759, history witnessed a multitude of remarkable events and creations that shaped our world

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1759 Collection: Engraving after the etching and engraving, 1759, by William Hogarth
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1759 Collection: Picture No. 10761242
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1759 Collection: Portrait of Pope Clement XIII by Anton Raphael Mengs 1759. Pope Clement XIII (1693 - 1769 in Rome)
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1759 Collection: James Wolfe (1727-1759) English soldier. Death of General Wolfe at battle of Heights
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1759 Collection: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791), in 1759 (1906). Mozarts first attempt
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1759 Collection: Ceremony for the release of Father Ephraim de Nevers from the prisons of the Inquisition
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1759 Collection: Three women condemned by the Inquisition. Copperplate engraving, Cologne, 1759
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1759 Collection: Trial by the Spanish Inquisition in progress in Madrid. Copperplate engraving published Cologne
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1759 Collection: Burning of heretics sentenced by the Inquisition. Copperplate engraving published Cologne, 1759
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1759 Collection: The Great Lisbon Earthquake of l November 1755 which destroyed much of the city
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1759 Collection: Vincenzo Lunardi
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1759 Collection: Capitan Dn. Vincente Lunardi. Nesmith
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1759 Collection: Quentin Pierre Chedel After Jean-baptiste Oudry (french
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1759 Collection: Statue of the Scottish Poet Robert Burns, 1759 1796
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1759 Collection: BOOKCASE G. F. HANDEL. Georg Friedrich Handel, 1685 1759 was a German-born British
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1759 Collection: Paradise tanager, 18th century C013 / 6255
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1759 Collection: HANDEL, George Frideric (1685-1759)
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1759 Collection: Schiller, Friedrich von (1759-1805)
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1759 Collection: AGREDA, Esteban de (1759-1842)
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1759 Collection: John Marquess Camden
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1759 Collection: Handel (Denner)
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1759 Collection: Washingtons Marriage
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1759 Collection: FRANKLIN: RESIDENCE, 1759. Mylne Square, the residence of Benjamin Franklin in Edinburgh in 1759
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1759 Collection: QUEBEC: RUINS, 1761. View of the bishops house at Quebec, Canada
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1759 Collection: PAPER CURRENCY, 1759. A five pound note printed by Benjamin Franklin in 1759
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1759 Collection: MARQUIS DE MONTCALM (1712-1759). Marquis Louis Joseph de Montcalm de Saint-Veran. French soldier
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1759 Collection: BATTLE OF QUEBEC, 1759. Plan of British and French military operations at the Battle of Quebec
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1759 Collection: MARQUIS DE MONTCALM (1712-1759). Louis Joseph de Montcalm de Saint-Veran. French soldier
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1759 Collection: EDDYSTONE LIGHTHOUSE, 1759. Sectional view of the lighthouse at Eddystone, England
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1759 Collection: FREDERICK II (1712-1786). King of Prussia, 1740-1786. Frederick the Great watching his troops in
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1759 Collection: JAMES WOLFE (1727-1759). British army officer. General Wolfe killed at the Siege of Quebec, 1759
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1759 Collection: WOLFE AT QUEBEC, 1759. A view of the taking of Quebec by the English forces commanded by General
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1759 Collection: CANADA: WOLFEs EXPEDITION. General James Wolfes expedition against Quebec, 1759
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1759 Collection: WOLFE AT QUEBEC, 1759. A view of the taking of Quebeck by the English forces commanded by General
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1759 Collection: Il Capitano Vincenzo Lunardi, nato in Lucca li 3 gennajo 175
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1759 Collection: A north view of Fort Royal in the island of Guadaloupe, when
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1759 Collection: Rto. del Capitan dn. Vincente Lunardi. Nacio en Lucca el dia
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1759 Collection: Samuel Johnsons House
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1759 Collection: Harewood House Hallway
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1759 Collection: William Collins, Writer
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1759 Collection: Thomas Bradbury
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1759 Collection: Metalline thermometer, 18th century
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1759 Collection: Electrical experiment, 18th century
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1759 Collection: Gardenia plant, 18th century
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1759 Collection: Turkey-pheasant cross, 18th century
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1759 Collection: BOUCHER: PAN. Pan and Syrinx, Francois Boucher. Oil on canvas, 1759
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1759 Collection: EVNT2A-00209
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1759 Collection: Statue of Goethe and Schiller, Weimar, 1858


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In the year 1759, history witnessed a multitude of remarkable events and creations that shaped our world. Among them were the Four Eddystone Lighthouses, standing tall against treacherous waves, guiding ships to safety with their unwavering light. It was also in this year that two literary giants emerged: Robert Burns and Mary Wollstonecraft. Burns enchanted us with his poetic prowess while Wollstonecraft challenged societal norms through her thought-provoking writings. The spirit of enlightenment prevailed as Dr. Pangloss from Voltaire's "Candide" spread his optimistic philosophy amidst a changing world. Meanwhile, Reynolds immortalized beauty on canvas with his masterpiece "Cleopatra, " featuring Kitty Fisher dissolving a precious pearl. Artistic expressions continued to flourish as Nasmyth captured the essence of Robert Burns in paint, revealing the poet's soul through brushstrokes. Opie portrayed Mary Wollstonecraft's strength and intellect on canvas, inspiring generations to come. Music found its prodigy in Handel even at an early age; his talent resonated throughout time and continues to enchant audiences today. Charles Simeon dedicated himself to spreading faith and hope during challenging times. Literature took us on adventures as Rasselas and Imlac dug deep into tunnels, symbolizing humanity's quest for meaning and purpose beyond material possessions. Amidst all these achievements, William Kirby (Howard) made significant contributions to entomology – unraveling nature's mysteries one insect at a time. The year 1759 serves as a testament to human ingenuity across various fields – from engineering marvels like lighthouses protecting lives at sea to artistic masterpieces capturing emotions frozen in time. It reminds us that each era leaves behind its own legacy for future generations to cherish and build upon.