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The 1650s decade ran from January 1, 1650, to December 31, 1659.

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The 1650s refers to the decade from 1650 to 1659, a ten-year period in history. This era matters because it was a time of significant political, cultural, and social developments across Europe and beyond, though the specific events and their importance vary by region and field of study.

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decade
Has part
1659
Followed by
1660s
Follows
1640s
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category for deaths in this time period
Category:1650s deaths
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1650s
topic's main category
Category:1650s
point in time
1650-01-01
category for births in this time period
Category:1650s births

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The 1650s decade ran from January 1, 1650, to December 31, 1659.

thumb|February 2, 1653: New Amsterdam is incorporated.

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