What Happened in 1866
6 historical events, 5 notable births, and 0 notable deaths in 1866.
Major Events
January 1866
general
1866 — year
July 1866
war
Austro-Prussian War — 1866 military conflict between the Kingdom of Prussia and the Austrian Empire
war
Battle of Königgrätz — 1866 decisive battle of the Austro-Prussian War
war
Battle of Lissa — 1866 naval battle where an Austrian fleet defeated an Italian fleet, also the first major sea battle between ironclads
August 1866
politics
Peace of Prague — peace treaty 1866
June 1866
war
Battle of Custoza — 1866 III Italian Independence War battle