What happened in 1716
2 entries recorded for 1716, listed by date. That was 310 years ago.
1716 at a glance
- Years ago
- 310 (as of 2026)
- Century
- 18th century
- Decade
- 1710s
- Generation born
- Before the named generations
- Entries here
- 2
- Breakdown
- 2 historical events
August
- August 5
Austro-Turkish War (1716–1718)
Austro-Turkish War: The Ottoman army were defeated in their attempt to capture the Habsburg-controlled Petrovaradin Fortress despite having twice the number of soldiers.
- August 21
Ottoman–Venetian War (1714–1718)
Seventh Ottoman–Venetian War: Ottoman forces suddenly abandoned their siege of Corfu, allowing the Republic of Venice to preserve its rule over the Ionian Islands.
Questions about 1716
What happened in 1716?
This site records 2 entries for 1716, including Austro-Turkish War (1716–1718) on August 5. They are listed below by date.
How long ago was 1716?
310 years ago, counting from 2026. Anyone born in 1716 turns 310 this year.
Which century is 1716 in?
1716 falls in the 18th century, in the 1710s.
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