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1796 Jun, 21

Richard Gridley

Richard Gridley, American soldier and engineer (b. 1710)
Richard Gridley (3 January 1710 – 21 June 1796) was born in Boston, Massachusetts. He was a soldier and engineer who served for the British Army during the French and Indian Wars and for the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War.

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  • 1 Feb

    York, Upper Canada

    The capital of Upper Canada is moved from Newark to York.
  • 15 May

    Milan

    War of the First Coalition: Napoleon enters Milan in triumph.
  • 11 Jul

    Jay Treaty

    The United States takes possession of Detroit from Great Britain under terms of the Jay Treaty.
  • 4 Aug

    Battle of Lonato

    French Revolutionary Wars: Napoleon leads the French Army of Italy to victory in the Battle of Lonato.
  • 17 Nov

    Battle of the Bridge of Arcole

    French Revolutionary Wars: Battle of the Bridge of Arcole: French forces defeat the Austrians in Italy.