Events for November 16

November 16, 1754

William Marsden, orientalist, scholar and numismatist, born in Wicklow

William Marsden FRS FSA (16 November 1754 – 6 October 1836) was an English scholar, Irish orientalist, numismatist, and linguist who served as Second, then First Secretary to the Admiralty during years of conflict with France.

November 16, 1893

George Alexander Osborne, Irish composer, died

George Alexander Osborne (24 September 1806 – 16 November 1893) was an Irish composer and pianist. He was born in Limerick, Ireland, and went on to become a significant figure in the 19th-century musical scene.

November 16, 1795

Edward King, Viscount Kingsborough, student and promoter of Mexican antiquities, is born in Cork

Edward King, Viscount Kingsborough (1795-1837), was known for his interest in Mexican antiquities and his contributions to the study and promotion of Mexican history and culture. Here are some key points about his life and work:

November 16, 1745

Scottish Jacobite rising of 1745 begins invasion of England

English army sets out from Newcastle in vain attempt to stop Scottish Jacobite invasion of England.