What happened in 1706 in the world?

In 1706, several significant events occurred globally. The Battle of Ramillies took place on May 23 during the War of the Spanish Succession, where the Duke of Marlborough led British and Allied forces to a decisive victory against the French. This battle significantly shifted the balance of power in Europe. Additionally, in the Americas, the founding of the city of San Antonio, Texas, occurred, which would later become a key cultural and historical center in the region.