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:
Alfred Becomes King of Wessex - 0871, English order of knighthood founded - 1348, Birth of Shakespeare - 1564, Death of Shakespeare - 1616, Charles II is crowned - 1661, First Broadcast by British Monarch - 1924, Death of Blair Peach - 1979
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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