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Seven Years' War

Took place on May 17, 1756

270

Years ago

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The 271st anniversary falls on May 17, 2027, in 204 days.

The Seven Years' War, 1756 to 1763, was a global war fought by numerous great powers, primarily in Europe, with significant subsidiary campaigns in North America and the Indian subcontinent.

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