What happened in 1741

2 entries recorded for 1741, listed by date. That was 285 years ago.

1741 at a glance

Years ago
285 (as of 2026)
Century
18th century
Decade
1740s
Generation born
Before the named generations
Entries here
2
Breakdown
2 historical events

March

  • March 13

    War of Jenkins' Ear

    Historical event

    War of Jenkins' Ear: The British began an assault against Spanish forts in the Caribbean in the Battle of Cartagena de Indias.

April

  • April 10

    War of the Austrian Succession

    Historical event

    War of the Austrian Succession: Prussian forces defeated Austrian troops at the Battle of Mollwitz in present-day Małujowice, Poland, cementing Frederick II's authority over the newly conquered territory of Silesia.

Questions about 1741

What happened in 1741?

This site records 2 entries for 1741, including War of Jenkins' Ear on March 13. They are listed below by date.

How long ago was 1741?

285 years ago, counting from 2026. Anyone born in 1741 turns 285 this year.

Which century is 1741 in?

1741 falls in the 18th century, in the 1740s.

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