Historical Events In 1761

May 22 The first life insurance policy in the U S is issued, in Philadelphia

Jan 07 Afghans defeat Mahrattas at Paniput in India.

Jan 07 Battle at Panipat India Afghan army beats Mahratten

Jan 07 Battle at Panipat India Afghan army beats Mahratten

Jan 16 British took Pondicherry after siege, marking end of French dominion in India.

Jan 07 Afghans defeat Mahrattas at Paniput in India.

Feb 14 British troops occupy Fort Michilimackinac in Michigan

Dec 01 The birth of Madame Marie Tussaud, French waxworks modeller