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William Cheselden
1688Oct, 19

William Cheselden

William Cheselden, English surgeon and anatomist (d. 1752)
William Cheselden (; 19 October 1688 – 10 April 1752) was an English surgeon and teacher of anatomy and surgery, who was influential in establishing surgery as a scientific medical profession. Via the medical missionary Benjamin Hobson, his work also helped revolutionize medical practices in China and Japan in the 19th century.

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Events on 1688

  • 10May

    Siamese revolution of 1688

    King Narai nominates his daughter Sudawadi to succeed him with Constantine Phaulkon, Mom Pi and Phetracha acting as regents. The ensuing revolution leads to the Ayutthaya Kingdom severing all ties with Europe.
  • 9Nov

    William III of England

    Glorious Revolution: William of Orange captures Exeter.
  • 9Dec

    Battle of Reading (1688)

    Glorious Revolution: Williamite forces defeat Jacobites at Battle of Reading, forcing flight of James II from the country.
  • 11Dec

    James II of England

    Glorious Revolution: James II of England, while trying to flee to France, allegedly throws the Great Seal of the Realm into the River Thames.