February1783

Historical Events in February 1783

Historic Event

Feb 1 William Herschel announces star Lambda Herculis as apex

William Herschel — Astronomer William Herschel

Feb 3 Spain recognizes US independence
Feb 4 Worst quake in 8 years kills some 50,000 in Calabria, Italy
Feb 5 Earthquakes ravage Calabria, killing 30,000
Feb 5 Sweden recognizes US independence

Great Siege of Gibraltar

Feb 7 Great Siege of Gibraltar launched by France and Spain against the British colony during American War of Independence is lifted after 3 years and 7 months

Detailed view of combat during the siege

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