Important Dates in British History - a timeline
Here are events from Northamptonshire 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
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Richard the Lionheart Captured - 1192, A draw in the General Election - both sides get 272 seats - 1910, Harry Ramsden opens 1st Fish and Chip Shop - 1928, Greatest Underground Fire in History - 1984
Famous historic dates from Northamptonshire
1st of June 061 : Defeat of Boudicca
10th of July 1460 : Battle of Northampton
8th of February 1587 : Mary, Queen of Scots is executed
8th of June 1607 : The Newton Rebellion and Massacre
14th of June 1645 : Battle of Naseby
3rd of June 1647 : Army Seizes Charles I
29th of June 1966 : First British Credit Card Launched
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