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Jonathan Swift, in a series of letters , wrote against the attitude of British superiority to Ireland. He argued that both groups were citizens and thus deserving of equal status and consideration.
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The existence of a new order allowed Prime Minister Walpole to convey political favor via honours.
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Utilizing the Treaty of Vienna, Spain gains the promise of support by Austria in retaking the Isle of Gibraltar. In response, Great Britain allies with France and Prussia to oppose Spain.
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Swift publishes Gulliver's Traveles which is widely read throughout Britain. The journey of the titular character takes him to varies fantastical realms that satirize various aspects of human society.
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France attempts to siege Gibraltar, but recieves less support from Austria than anticipated. After several months of conflict, the Spanish pull back and a cease fire is put in place.
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King George I dies during one of his visits home. He was not particularly well regarded in part because of his distance from England identity. His son would be the last King of Enland to be born outside the country as well as the last to lead an army into battle.
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New laws are enacted that forbids execution as punishment for accusations of witchcraft.
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Pope's satire forcuse ona new crowning of the Dunce king, which makes sly references to both George I and II, as well as serving as an attack against other writers. Written in response to a critique of his work, Pope rails against writers that will sell their skills to the whims of the highest bidder.
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Swift publishes a scathing critique on the treatment of the Irish by British policy. Satiring aristocratic efforts to propose solutions, Swift argues for destitute Irish families should sell their excess children as meat to the rich and affluent.
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No major battles occur after the Siege of Gibraltar. Following the brief Anglo-Spanish war, a treaty is declared to officially end hostilities. Europe remains virtually unchanged from the conflict.
