Important Dates in British History - a timeline
Here are events from Bedfordshire 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 Bedfordshire
23rd of May 1931 : Whipsnade Zoo Opened
1st of December 1937 : Sellotape Goes on Sale
Recommended Books:
A Picture of Britain |
Ashes Fever |
Coast |
Churchill |
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