What Happened in 1824 — Events, Births & Deaths

The Anglo-Dutch Treaty is signed in London, dividing the Malay archipelago. As a result, the Malay Peninsula is dominated by the British, while Sumatra and Java and surrounding areas are dominated by the Dutch.

American explorer Benjamin Morrell departs Antarctica after a voyage later plagued by claims of fraud.

World premiere of Ludwig van Beethoven's Ninth Symphony in Vienna, Austria. The performance is conducted by Michael Umlauf under the composer's supervision.

The National Gallery in London opens to the public.

Greek War of Independence: Egyptian forces capture Psara in the Aegean Sea.

Peruvian War of Independence: Patriot forces led by Simón Bolívar defeat the Spanish Royalist army in the Battle of Junín.

Mexico adopts a new constitution and becomes a federal republic.