Important Dates in British History - a timeline
Here are events from Somerset 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:
Death of Henry II - 1189, Thomas More is executed - 1535, Battle of Sedgemoor - 1685, First Car Ride in Britain - 1895, Brooklands Racing Circuit Opens - 1907, Lennon and McCartney First Meet - 1957, Piper Alpha Disaster - 1988
Famous historic dates from Somerset
6th of July 1685 : Battle of Sedgemoor
19th of September 1970 : First Glastonbury
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