The native Maori inhabitants of New Zealand revolted against British colonial rule. This resulted in what was known as the Third New Zealand War, a conflict that dragged on for more than two years. (By Brian Bockelman)

The Greek Parliament, after weeks of debate, formally invited Prince William of Denmark to become the nation's monarch. William accepted in a formal ceremony in Copenhagen a week later and became King George I of Greece, ending a six-month international crisis over who would succeed the deposed Greek ruler Otto I, a Bavarian prince who had ruled for thirty years. (By Brian Bockelman)

French troops begin a two-month siege of Puebla, a key stronghold of Mexico’s republican forces and the site of an impressive Mexican victory against the French a year earlier.  This time, France prevails. (By Brian Bockelman)

Prussian Chancellor Otto von Bismarck promised support to Russia in its effort to suppress Polish independence, despite protests by Britain, France, and Austria. (By Brian Bockelman)

Responding to a manifesto issued by the Polish National Committee, the Polish people launched a massive but ultimately unsuccessful revolt against Russian rule. (By Brian Bockelman)