Important Dates in British History - a timeline
Here are events from Dumfries and Galloway 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:
Synod of Whitby - 0664, Union Jack Created - 1606, American Civil War Begins - 1861, Whittle tests the 1st Jet Engine - 1937, First Man in Space - 1961
Famous historic dates from Dumfries and Galloway
12th of May 1455 : Battle of Arkinholm
22nd of May 1915 : Britains worst Rail Disaster
21st of December 1988 : Lockerbie Air Disaster
Recommended Books:
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