1769 in science

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The year 1769 in science and technology involved some significant events, listed below.

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Astronomy

The transit is followed five hours later by a total solar eclipse visible from Britain.

Chemistry

Cugnot's first steam-wagon, or fardier, of 1769. CugnotAppleton.jpg
Cugnot's first steam-wagon, or fardier, of 1769.

Technology

Exploration

Awards

Births

Deaths

References

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  6. "Copley Medal | British scientific award". Encyclopedia Britannica. Retrieved 21 July 2020.