Important Dates in British History - a timeline
Here are events from 1770 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 Dunbar - 1296, Battle of Carbisdale - 1650, Slapton Sands Friendly Fire Disaster - 1944, Abortion is legalised in Britain - 1968
Famous and historic events from 1770
Captain Cook lands in Australia
Cook reaches Australia
The Boston Massacre
Famous Britons born in 1770
Edward Codrington
James Hogg
William Wordsworth
Recommended Books:
A Picture of Britain |
Ashes Fever |
Coast |
Churchill |
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