Important Dates in British History - a timeline
Here are events from 1870 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:
Work starts on the Manchester Ship Canal - 1887, End of the First World War - 1918, First Two-Minute Silence - 1919, Britains 1st New Town - 1946, First edition of Panorama - 1953, Church of England votes to allow female priests - 1992
Famous and historic events from 1870
Death of Charles Dickens
Foundation of the Red Cross
Famous Britons born in 1870
Cecil Hurst
Frederick Jane
George Newman
Harry Lauder
Harry Vardon
Hilaire Belloc
Hugh MacKintosh
Marie Lloyd
Percy Nunn
Tom Browne
Recommended Books:
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