Category Archives: On This Day
Decimalisation Day – Looking Back in History
Who remembers decimalisation? We take a look back to 15 February 1971, which marked a crucial moment in the history of Britain. This event, which occurred 53 years ago, saw the country undergo a radical change in its monetary system.
The Anniversary of England’s First Parliament
On 20 January 1265, England’s parliament met for the first time. Although this event occurred over 750 years ago, it is viewed as an important milestone in the country’s history. In fact, many historians regard this initial assembly as a key factor in shaping England’s political landscape.
The Year That Britain Lost 11 Days
Discover where and why we lost 11 days in 1752! This signified a very unusual period in Britain’s history where the country “lost” 11 days due to an act of parliament. Reportedly this led to confusion, disruption and protests from angry mobs. But how and why did this happen? Read on to find out.
Celebrating the 126th Birthday of Children’s Author Enid Blyton
This year marks the 126th anniversary of Enid Blyton’s birth on 11 August 1897. An incredibly prolific writer, she produced over 700 books and wrote approximately 4,500 short stories in her lifetime. Read about how she inspired many young readers and reminisce over her popular book titles.
The Strange Disappearance of Agatha Christie
On 3 December 1926, famed crime writer Agatha Christie went missing from her home in Sunningdale, Berkshire, not to be seen again for 11 days. On this day in history we take a look at the story of her disappearance, which sparked one of the biggest organised searches for a missing person, in a plot that could have come straight out of one of her novels.