1746 in Iceland
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Events in the year 1746 in Iceland.
Incumbents
- Monarch: Christian VI (until 6 August);Frederick V onwards
- Governor of Iceland: Henrik Ochsen[1]
Events
- 6 August: Christian VI dies in Hirschholm Palace, Copenhagen, with Frederick V taking over as Monarch.[2]
- A volcanic eruption took place near Lake Mývatn.[3]
References
- ^ Halfdanarson, Gudmundur (2008-10-23). Historical Dictionary of Iceland. Bloomsbury Publishing PLC. ISBN 978-0-8108-6274-6.
- ^ "Christian VI | Danish Monarch, Reformer & Father | Britannica". Encyclopedia Britannica. Archived from the original on 2025-11-13. Retrieved 2026-01-22.
- ^ "Global Volcanism Program | Krafla". Smithsonian Institution | Global Volcanism Program. Retrieved 2026-01-22.