Important Dates in British History - a timeline
Here are events from Guernsey 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:
Shakespeare marries Anne Hathaway - 1582, London Gazette First Published - 1665, Treasure Island Published - 1883, Britain’s first female mayor elected - 1908, BBC begins Broadcasts - 1922, Coventry Blitz - 1940, NME Publishes First UK Singles Chart - 1952, First British Record Chart Published - 1952, Princess Anne and Mark Phillips Marry - 1973
Famous historic dates from Guernsey
30th of June 1940 : German Troops invade Channel Islands
Recommended Books:
A Picture of Britain |
Ashes Fever |
Coast |
Churchill |
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