Important Dates in British History - a timeline
Here are events from Ayrshire and Arran 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:
Benjamin Franklin Arrives in London - 1724, First Bomb Dropped on English Soil - 1914
Famous historic dates from Ayrshire and Arran
2nd of October 1263 : Battle of Largs
10th of May 1307 : Battle of Loudoun Hill
25th of January 1759 : Robert Burns Born
17th of October 1860 : 1st Professional Golf Tournament
26th of September 1861 : 1st British Open Golf Championship
Recommended Books:
A Picture of Britain |
Ashes Fever |
Coast |
Churchill |
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