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After a war, Britain loses the southern hlf of its North American colonies (giving birth to USA)
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The first British settlers (convicts and soldiers) arrive in Australia
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The first law regulating factory working conditions limits the number of hours that children are allowed to work.
Slavery is made illegal throughout the British Empire -
Nationwide selective secondary education is introduced
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The right to vote is extended to women
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Britain declares war in Germany
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The 'age of majority' (the age at which somebody legally becomes an adult) is reduced from 21 to 18.
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Second Gulf War
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British troops leaves Northen Ireland