February 1746

Historical Events in February 1746

Event of Interest

Feb 10 The Pelham brothers resign from the British government, but resume office when King George II backs down.

British Prime Minister Henry Pelham — British Prime Minister
Henry Pelham

King of Great Britain and Ireland George II — King of Great Britain and Ireland
George II

Event of Interest

Feb 21 Jacobite Rising 1745: British forces surrender Inverness Castle to Bonnie Prince Charlie and the Jacobite forces

Pretender to the British throne Bonnie Prince Charlie — Pretender to the British throne
Bonnie Prince Charlie

Feb 22 French troops conquer Brussels
Feb 22 Jacobite troops vacate Aberdeen
Feb 25 The Duke of Cumberland's troops occupy Aberdeen

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