Historical figures in 1649

The atlas holds 3 people and 10 moments here, in 1649. The most recorded lives are Diego Velázquez, René Descartes and John Milton. Among them Writers, Mathematicians and Military Leaders.

Notable people

1. Diego Velázquez

   in 1649

   5 moments here

   Spanish Baroque painter and court artist to Philip IV of Spain. Born in Seville, he trained there before establishing his long-term home and career…

2. René Descartes

   in 1649

   3 moments here

   French philosopher, mathematician, and natural philosopher whose methodic doubt, mind-body distinction, analytic techniques, and mechanical account…

3. John Milton

   in 1649

   2 moments here

   English poet, polemicist, and civil servant. This chronology follows documented residences, education, continental travel, marriages, public service,…

Moments

1. 1649 Second Italian journey: departure from Málaga Diego Velázquez
2. 1649 Second Italian journey: Genoa landing Diego Velázquez
3. 1649 Second Italian journey: Milan Diego Velázquez
4. 1649 Second Italian journey: Modena Diego Velázquez
5. 1649 Second Italian journey: Venice Diego Velázquez
6. 1649 Scotland Yard chambers John Milton
7. 1649 Charing Cross residence John Milton
8. 1649 Leaves Egmond for Sweden René Descartes
9. 1649 Arrives in Stockholm René Descartes
10. 1649 Lives in Chanut's Västerlånggatan house René Descartes

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