Births on August 25

James Lick

Born on August 25, 1796

James Lick, American carpenter and piano builder (d. 1876)

James Lick (August 25, 1796 – October 1, 1876) was an American real estate investor, carpenter, piano builder, land baron, and patron of the sciences. The wealthiest man in California at the time of his death, Lick left the majority of his estate to social and scientific causes.

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Events on 1796

1 Feb

York, Upper Canada
The capital of Upper Canada is moved from Newark to York.
9 Mar

Joséphine de Beauharnais
Napoléon Bonaparte marries his first wife, Joséphine de Beauharnais.
15 May

Milan
War of the First Coalition: Napoleon enters Milan in triumph.
11 Jul

Jay Treaty
The United States takes possession of Detroit from Great Britain under terms of the Jay Treaty.
17 Nov

Battle of the Bridge of Arcole
French Revolutionary Wars: Battle of the Bridge of Arcole: French forces defeat the Austrians in Italy.

Births on August 25

James Lick

Born on August 25, 1796

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Events on 1796

York, Upper Canada

Joséphine de Beauharnais

Milan

Jay Treaty

Battle of the Bridge of Arcole