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Asia - Qing Dynasty
The Qing Dynasty still rules in China, during which China grows economically and population wise. Qing rule continues until 1911. -
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Europe - Seven Years War
The Seven Years War was a conflict between Britain and France, allied with Spain, as well as between Frederick II of Prussia and Austria, France, Sweden, and Russia. -
Asia - India ruled by East India Company
Majority of India is controlled by East India Company, where slaves were used and sold and trade was large. -
Europe - Industrial Revolution
The Industrial Revolution starts in England in 1760, bringing new ideas and major production. -
Europe - Rousseau's Social Contract
Jean Jacques Rousseau published his book "The Social Contract", influencing many forming governments. -
Europe - Steam Engine
James Watt, a Scottish citizen, improved on the steam engine, furthering work efficiency and aiding the rise of industrialization. -
Asia - book published on Western Anatomy
Japan allowed a book on western anatomy to be published, providing a big step forward in their economy. -
South America - La Plata
Rio de la Plata is established, the last of Spain's Viceroyaltys in South America colonies. -
South America - Free Trade
Free trade is opened up, allowing exports and imports between Spanish owned South American colonies and England -
South America - Tupac
A revolt led by Tupac Amaru II (José Gabriel Condorcanqui) rises in Spanish colonies, in protest against economic issues. -
South America - Comunero Revolt
Another rebellion, taking place in New Granada. Criollo and Mestizo farmers are united in their protests against taxes. -
Asia - Temme Famine
Bad weather conditions in Japan cause a raging famine to sweep across the island. -
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Europe - French Revolution
The French people rise up against nobility in a bloody overthrow of King Louis XVI. -
Asia - First American Ship
The first American ship reaches Japan's coast, greeted by -
South America - Haiti
A slave revolution rises in Haiti, destroying the sugar industry.