What happened in 1677

2 entries recorded for 1677, listed by date. That was 349 years ago.

1677 at a glance

Years ago
349 (as of 2026)
Century
17th century
Decade
1670s
Generation born
Before the named generations
Entries here
2
Breakdown
2 historical events

March

  • March 17

    Franco-Dutch War

    Historical event

    Franco-Dutch War: France captured the town of Valenciennes in the Spanish Netherlands.

May

  • May 4

    Trunajaya rebellion

    Historical event

    Trunajaya rebellion: Dutch East India Company forces under Cornelis Speelman began an attack on Surabaya, on the island of Java.

Questions about 1677

What happened in 1677?

This site records 2 entries for 1677, including Franco-Dutch War on March 17. They are listed below by date.

How long ago was 1677?

349 years ago, counting from 2026. Anyone born in 1677 turns 349 this year.

Which century is 1677 in?

1677 falls in the 17th century, in the 1670s.

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