What is 1738?

Certainly! The year 1738 was notable for several events across different fields:

1. Politics and Governance:

   • In Britain, George II was the king, and Robert Walpole was in his long-serving position as the de facto first Prime Minister.
   • The War of Jenkins' Ear began in 1738, which was a conflict between Britain and Spain. It saw hostilities break out primarily over trading rights across the Americas and Caribbean.

2. Art and Culture:

   • The period was part of the Baroque era, characterized by dramatic expression, grandeur, and exuberance in music, art, and architecture.

3. Science and Technology:

   • In 1738, the Swiss mathematician and physicist Daniel Bernoulli published "Hydrodynamica," which laid the foundations for the kinetic theory of gases and fluid dynamics, known today through Bernoulli's principle.

4. Exploration:

   • Exploration and colonization efforts continued, especially by European powers in Africa, Asia, and the Americas. Various expeditions were underway during this time period.

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