Important Dates in British History - a timeline
Here are events from 1685 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 Ringmere - 1010, Charles I disbands the Short Parliament - 1640, Death of Napoleon - 1821, Amy Johnson begins her flight upon Gypsy Moth - 1930, The SAS storms the Iranian embassy in London - 1980, Death of Hunger Striker Bobby Sands - 1981, 1000th Top of the Pops - 1983, Tony Blairs Labour win 3rd General Election - 2005
Famous and historic events from 1685
Battle of Sedgemoor
Execution of the Duke of Monmouth
Famous Britons born in 1685
John Gay
William Kent
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Coast |
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