Independence of Colombia
On July 20, 1810, Colombia declared its independence from Spain, marking the beginning of a decade-long struggle for sovereignty.
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1810
Mexican War of Independence Begins
Father Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla issued the Grito de Dolores on September 16, 1810, initiating the Mexican War of Independence against Spanish rule.
1810
Annexation of West Florida
The United States annexed the Republic of West Florida on December 10, 1810, incorporating the territory into the state of Louisiana.
1810
Founding of the University of Berlin
The University of Berlin, now known as Humboldt University, was established in 1810 by Wilhelm von Humboldt in Germany, revolutionizing higher education.
1810
Birth of Frédéric Chopin
Frédéric Chopin, the renowned Polish composer and virtuoso pianist, was born on March 1, 1810.
1810
First Oktoberfest Held
The first Oktoberfest took place in Munich, Germany, on October 12, 1810, to celebrate the marriage of Crown Prince Ludwig and Princess Therese.
1810
Publication of "Sense and Sensibility"
Jane Austen's novel "Sense and Sensibility" was published anonymously in 1810, marking a significant contribution to English literature.
1810
British Capture of Mauritius
The British captured the island of Mauritius from the French on December 3, 1810, during the Napoleonic Wars.
1810
Founding of the Kingdom of Bavaria
The Kingdom of Bavaria was officially established on January 1, 1810, as part of the reorganization of the German states.
1810
The construction of the Arc de Triomphe in Paris began in 1810, commissioned by Napoleon to honor the French army.
1810
Birth of Elizabeth Gaskell
Elizabeth Gaskell, the English novelist and short story writer, was born on September 29, 1810.
1810
Founding of the American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions
The American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions was established in 1810, becoming the first American Christian missionary organization.
1810
Birth of Robert Schumann
Robert Schumann, the influential German composer and music critic, was born on June 8, 1810.
1810
Chile's First National Government Junta
Chile formed its first National Government Junta on September 18, 1810, a key step towards independence from Spanish rule.
1810
Birth of P.T. Barnum
P.T. Barnum, the American showman and founder of the Barnum & Bailey Circus, was born on July 5, 1810.
