French philosopher, mathematician, and scientist (1596–1650). René Descartes died on 11 February 1650. René Descartes is remembered as a philosopher, mathematician and musicologist, a citizen of France. Notable works include “Discourse on the Method”, “La Géométrie” and “The Description of the Human Body”. Positions held included professor.
Before and after
- 26 May 1648Battle of Korsuń
- from 12 July 1648 to 15 August 1648Recapture of Angola
- 24 October 1648Peace of Westphalia
- 1650Founding of Dartmouth
- 11 February 1650Death of René Descartes
- 14 November 1650Birth of William III of England
- from 28 June 1651 to 30 June 1651Battle of Berestechko
- 3 September 1651Battle of Worcester
- from 1652 to 1654First Anglo-Dutch War
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