Edinburgh New Town Plan Adopted
Edinburgh Town Council adopted James Craig’s plan for its New Town in 1767. The original record incorrectly placed this planning achievement in 1707, when the parliamentary union took effect.
Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03
James Craig Biography and Timeline
Follow James Craig through 4 dated historical records for Great Britain.
James Craig, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
4Distinct records
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1767–1921Years on this page
1767
1910
Home Rule Opposition
Works with Edward Carson to mobilize Ulster opposition.
Ulster Unionist Organization
Strengthens Unionist organization against prospective Irish Home Rule.
1921
Prime Minister of Great Britain
Appointed Prime MInister of Nortern Ireland
Role range: 1916-1922 – 1921-1940
Records, sources and methodology
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