1760—1840: Industrial Revolution The Industrial Revolution took place with machinery being introduced on the land and in factories that affected millions of agricultural labourers and mill workers.
25 Oct 1760—1820: King George II King George III was born in 1738 and died in 1820. He reigned as sovereign for 60 years from 1760 to 1820, with his son appointed as Prince Regent in 1811.
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1794
1794—1810: Kennet & Avon Canal Built The Kennet and Avon Canal was built, covering 87 miles and stretching from Bristol to Reading, crossing the Pewsey Vale in Wiltshire.
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1805
21 Oct 1805: Battle of Trafalgar Victory at the Battle of Trafalgar thwarted Napoleon Bonaparte’s plans to invade Britain; death of Admiral Lord Nelson.
Dutton, Berrett & Hungerford Twigs
1805 - 1806 (1 year)
