Peace of Nimeguen between France, Spain, and Holland.
First war between Russia and Turkey.
Struggle of the Hungarians, under Tokolyi, against Austria.
1679. Persecution of the Covenanters in Scotland; they take up arms but are defeated by Monmouth, at Bothwell Bridge. Murder of the primate, Sharp.
Passage in England of the Habeas Corpus Act.
La Salle builds the Griffon on Niagara River.
Peace of Nimeguen between France and the German Emperor.
1680. Beginning of the captivity of the Man with the Iron Mask. (Date uncertain.)
Execution of Viscount Strafford for alleged participation in the Popish
Plot.
Alsace incorporated with French territory.