1872 ⟶ First International Soccer Match: England vs. Scotland

The first recognised international soccer match, between Eng...
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⚖️ Torture Abolished in England

Torture is outlawed in England.⟶
Torture Abolished in England (1640)
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⚰️ Death of Prince Albert, Consort to Queen Victoria

Death of Prince Albert.⟶
Death of Prince Albert, Consort to Queen Victoria (1861)
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🪢 Public Execution of Michael Barrett in England

Michael Barrett is the last person to be publicly hanged in England.⟶
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⚽ First International Soccer Match: England vs. Scotland

The first recognised international soccer match, between England and Scotland, is played.⟶
First International Soccer Match: England vs. Scotland (1872)
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🎾 Lawn Tennis Association Established

Lawn Tennis Association founded in London⟶
Lawn Tennis Association Established (1888)
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🔥 England Riots

August 6 – 11: Riots flare across England.⟶
England Riots (2011)
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