Important Dates in British History - a timeline
Here are events from 1797 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:
The Houses of Parliament burn down - 1834, Jane Eyre Published - 1847, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Published - 1950, First Edition of Blue Peter - 1958
Famous and historic events from 1797
Battle of St Vincent
First £1 Note Issued
Last Invasion of Mainland Britain
Nelson Loses his Arm
Spithead Mutiny Begins
The Bank of England becomes Insolvent
Famous Britons born in 1797
Charles Lyell
James Brudenell
Mary Shelley
Recommended Books:
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