United Kingdom 1900-1938 By kalewis1 Jan 9, 1901 Queen Victoria passed away Queen Victoria passed away in 1901. Jan 1, 1902 Boer War ends The Boar War ended in 1902, it went on for about 4-5 years. Jan 14, 1902 Prime Minister, Margret Thatcher, resigns in 1900 In 1900, the Prime Minister, Margret Thatcher resigned. Sep 24, 1912 Titanic left Southampton, sank in North Atlantic, 1,513 people died Feb 14, 1916 The 'Amputation Law' was created in 1916 Sep 13, 1922 United Kingdom became known as United Kingdom of Great Britain and North Ireland Mar 21, 1924 John Logie Baird, Scottish engineer, invented television Apr 24, 1926 Two millions workers went on strike, the "General Strike" lasted for nine days Aug 28, 1930 Irish dancing was introduced in Ireland in 1930 Oct 28, 1935 The penny was introduced in 1935. Now it costs about $2.50.
