Important Dates in British History - a timeline
Here are events from 1745 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:
George II Fights Battle of Dettingen - 1743, 1st World Championship Bout by Queensbury Rules - 1890, Barclays opens Britains 1st cashpoint - 1967, Tony Blair announces resignation - 2007
Famous and historic events from 1745
Battle of Prestonpans
Bonnie Prince Charlie raises standard at Glenfinnan
Bonnie Prince Charlie Turns Back at Derby
British national anthem 'God Save The King' sung for the first time
Famous Britons born in 1745
Henry Holland
Henry MacKenzie
James Tytler
William Jessop
Recommended Books:
A Picture of Britain |
Ashes Fever |
Coast |
Churchill |
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