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Historical Events and Key public holidays in the UK

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This section covers significant historical events and key public holidays in the UK, from pivotal moments like the Norman Conquest and the signing of the Magna Carta to important cultural days such as St. George’s Day and Remembrance Day. These milestones are crucial for understanding the nation’s history, culture, and traditions.

Historical Events
SN Year Event Description
1 43 AD Roman invasion of Britain begins under Emperor Claudius.
2 1066 Norman Conquest, led by William the Conqueror.
3 1215 The signing of the Magna Carta by King John.
4 1588 Defeat of the Spanish Armada.
5 1605 Gunpowder Plot; Bonfire Night.
6 1666 Great Fire of London.
7 1689 Bill of Rights is passed.
8 1707 Act of Union unites England and Scotland to form Great Britain.
9 1801 Act of Union unites Great Britain and Ireland.
10 1833 Slavery Abolition Act is passed.
11 1914 Start of World War I.
12 1918
  • Women over 30 gain the right to vote after World War I.
  • World War I ends.
13 1928 Women over 21 gain the right to vote in the UK.
14 1939 World War II begins after Germany invades Poland and Britain declares war.
15 1940 Battle of Britain – the Royal Air Force defends the UK against German air attacks.
16 1945 World War II ends with the defeat of Germany and Japan.
17 1948 National Health Service (NHS) is established, providing healthcare free at the point of delivery.
18 1973 The UK joins the European Economic Community (EEC), precursor to the European Union.
19 1997 Devolution Acts passed, establishing the Scottish Parliament and Welsh Assembly.
20 1998 Good Friday Agreement signed, helping bring peace to Northern Ireland.
21 2012 London Olympics and Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee.
22 2022 Queen Elizabeth II dies, marking the end of the longest reign of a British monarch.
Key Specific Dates and Days
SN Date/Day Event or Occasion
1 January 1st New Year’s Day
2 March 1st St. David’s Day (Wales)
3 March 17th St. Patrick’s Day (Northern Ireland)
4 March/April (varies) Easter Sunday – celebrates Jesus Christ resurrection from the dead.
5 Friday before Easter Good Friday – commemorates the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ.
6 April 1st April Fools’ Day – Jokes published in newspapers, and telecast on TV.
6 April 23rd St. George’s Day (England)
7 July 12th The Battle of the Boyne (Northern Ireland)
8 November 5th Bonfire Night (Guy Fawkes Night)
9 November 11th Remembrance Day
10 November 30th St. Andrew’s Day (Scotland)
11 December 25th Christmas Day
12 December 26th Boxing Day
13 December 31st Hogmanay – Traditional Scottish New Year’s Eve celebration.
14 February 14th Valentine’s Day
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