Important Dates in British History - a timeline
Here are events from Derbyshire 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:
Synod of Whitby - 0664, Union Jack Created - 1606, American Civil War Begins - 1861, Whittle tests the 1st Jet Engine - 1937, First Man in Space - 1961
Famous historic dates from Derbyshire
8th of December 1745 : Bonnie Prince Charlie Turns Back at Derby
17th of April 1951 : Peak District is designated Britain's first national park
24th of April 1965 : Official opening of the Pennine Way
8th of January 1989 : Kegworth Air Crash
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A Picture of Britain |
Ashes Fever |
Coast |
Churchill |
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