Deaths on May 15

Sir Edward Petre, 3rd Baronet

Died on May 15, 1699

Sir Edward Petre, 3rd Baronet, English politician (b. 1631)

Sir Edward Petre, 3rd Baronet, (1631 – 15 May 1699) was an English Jesuit who became a close adviser to King James II and was appointed a privy councillor.

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Events on 1699

26 Jan

Treaty of Karlowitz
For the first time, the Ottoman Empire permanently cedes territory to the Christian powers.
16 Feb

Holy Roman Emperor
First Leopoldine Diploma is issued by the Holy Roman Emperor, recognizing the Greek Catholic clergy enjoyed the same privileges as Roman Catholic priests in the Principality of Transylvania.
13 Apr

Khalsa
Guru Gobind Singh establishes the Khalsa in Anandpur Sahib, Punjab.

Deaths on May 15

Sir Edward Petre, 3rd Baronet

Died on May 15, 1699

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