Important Dates in British History - a timeline
Here are events from Worcestershire that have shaped Britain and its peoples and affected its history. If you feel we have left something out please don't hesitate to let us know.
More dates from British history
On this day:
Battle of Loudoun Hill - 1307, Britain captures Jamaica - 1655, Indian Mutiny begins - 1857, First UK Air Display - 1910, Zeppelin Fire-Bombs Southend - 1915, Winston Churchill becomes Prime Minister - 1940, Rudolf Hess lands in Scotland - 1941, Tony Blair announces intention to resign - 2007
Famous historic dates from Worcestershire
4th of August 1265 : Battle of Evesham
3rd of September 1651 : Battle of Worcester
26th of March 1976 : Queen sends 1st Royal email
Recommended Books:
A Picture of Britain |
Ashes Fever |
Coast |
Churchill |
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