Important Dates in British History - a timeline
Here are events from County Armagh 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:
Edgar the Peaceable Unites English Kingdoms - 0959, World's first railway inaugurated - 1604, First edition of the News of the World - 1843, First British Cable Car Opens - 1894, Kipling publishes Kim - 1901, Lawrence of Arabia Takes Damascus - 1918, 1st McDonalds opens in London - 1974, Toxteth Riots - 1985, Durham Pioneers Congestion Charge - 2002
Famous historic dates from County Armagh
14th of August 1598 : Worst English Defeat in Ireland
12th of June 1889 : Armagh Sunday School Rail Tragedy
5th of January 1976 : Kingsmill Massacre
8th of May 1987 : The Loughgall Ambush
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