Important Dates in British History - a timeline
Here are events from 1776 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:
First Post Office Pillar Box - 1852, Manchester Martyrs Hanged - 1867, Launch of the Cutty Sark - 1869, Far from the Madding Crowd Published - 1874, First Royal Command Performance - 1897, Crippen hanged - 1910, First Episode of Doctor Who - 1963, Oxford Circus Tube Fire - 1984
Famous and historic events from 1776
American colonies declare independence
Cook sets sail on 3rd and last Voyage
St Leger first run
The Wealth of Nations Published
Famous Britons born in 1776
John Constable
Peter Barlow
Recommended Books:
A Picture of Britain |
Ashes Fever |
Coast |
Churchill |
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