What happened in 1762
2 entries recorded for 1762, listed by date. That was 264 years ago.
1762 at a glance
- Years ago
- 264 (as of 2026)
- Century
- 18th century
- Decade
- 1760s
- Generation born
- Before the named generations
- Entries here
- 2
- Breakdown
- 2 historical events
August
- August 13
Anglo-Spanish War (1762–1763)
Anglo-Spanish War: The United Kingdom captured Havana after a five-week siege, holding it until the Treaty of Paris the following year.
October
- October 6
Seven Years' War
Seven Years' War: The Battle of Manila concluded with a British victory over Spain, leading to a twenty-month occupation.
Questions about 1762
What happened in 1762?
This site records 2 entries for 1762, including Anglo-Spanish War (1762–1763) on August 13. They are listed below by date.
How long ago was 1762?
264 years ago, counting from 2026. Anyone born in 1762 turns 264 this year.
Which century is 1762 in?
1762 falls in the 18th century, in the 1760s.
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