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What Happened in 1649 — Events, Births & Deaths

1649 brings together 4 events, 0 birthdays and 0 deaths recorded across history.

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January 1

January 20
The High Court of Justice for the trial of Charles I begins its proceedings.

March 2

March 11
The Frondeurs and the French government sign the Peace of Rueil.
March 19
The House of Commons of England passes an act abolishing the House of Lords, declaring it "useless and dangerous to the people of England".

October 1

October 11
Cromwell's New Model Army sacks Wexford, killing over 2,000 Irish Confederate troops and 1,500 civilians.