Retrograde in History · 1814
Convention of Moss
On August 14, 1814, Mercury was mid-loop — retrograde in Leo, tracing backward through 13°24′ of the sign.
WhenAugust 14, 1814♌︎Leo 13°24′Rx windowJul 27 – Aug 19, 1814
The record
On 14 August 1814 the Convention of Moss established a ceasefire between Sweden and Norway that served as the de facto peace agreement and laid the groundwork for a personal union lasting until 1905.
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Coincidence, not causation: the date is real and ephemeris-based, but a retrograde window is observed, never blamed. For entertainment, not navigation.