Important Dates in British History - a timeline
Here are events from 1704 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:
Oxford University admits Women for the 1st time - 1920, Biggest British Salmon Caught - 1922, Southend Pier Fire Traps 300 - 1959, Britain & USA Begin Airstrikes in Afghanistan - 2001, Hostage Ken Bigley murdered - 2004
Famous and historic events from 1704
Gibraltar Seized
Marlborough wins Battle of Blenheim
Famous Britons born in 1704
Benjamin Huntsman
John Kay
William Hamilton
Recommended Books:
A Picture of Britain |
Ashes Fever |
Coast |
Churchill |
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