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What Happened in 1763 — Events, Births & Deaths
1763 brings together 4 events, 0 birthdays and 0 deaths recorded across history.
February 1
- February 10
French and Indian War: The Treaty of Paris ends the war and France cedes Quebec to Great Britain.
June 1
- June 2
Pontiac's Rebellion: At what is now Mackinaw City, Michigan, Chippewas capture Fort Michilimackinac by diverting the garrison's attention with a game of lacrosse, then chasing a ball into the fort.
July 1
- July 31
Odawa Chief Pontiac's forces defeat British troops at the Battle of Bloody Run during Pontiac's War.
September 1
- September 1
Catherine the Great, Empress of Russia, endorses Ivan Betskoy's plans for a Foundling Home in Moscow.