years1836

The year 1836 was a significant period marked by various political, social, and scientific developments across the globe. In North America, the Republic of Texas declared independence from Mexico on March 2, 1836, after the Battle of the Alamo and the Goliad Massacre. This marked the beginning of the Texas Revolution. The United States saw the establishment of the Territory of Wisconsin.

In Europe, several events unfolded. The Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children opened in London. The Romantic era in art and literature continued to flourish. In France, the July Revolution's aftermath saw King Louis Philippe I consolidating his power.

Across the world, the British Empire expanded its influence. In Australia, the Swan River Colony was officially established as the Colony of Western Australia. Scientific advancements continued, with notable contributions in fields like geology and astronomy, though specific groundbreaking discoveries that year are less prominently recalled than in other periods. The general mood was one of burgeoning industrialization and exploration, alongside ongoing nationalistic movements and colonial expansion.