First Bank of England Branch Opens
John Richards serves as Governor when the Bank of England opens its first provincial branch in Gloucester after the banking crisis of 1825.
Role range: 1826-1828
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John Richards Biography and Timeline
Follow John Richards through 6 dated historical records for Great Britain.
John Richards, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
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1826–1977Years on this page
1826
1827
Birmingham Branch Opens
John Richards serves as Governor as the Bank of England establishes a branch in Birmingham to support regional banking and note circulation.
Role range: 1826-1828
Bristol Branch Opens
John Richards serves as Governor as the Bank of England expands its provincial network with a branch in Bristol.
Role range: 1826-1828
1972
1972 UEFA Cup Finalist
Forms a productive attacking partnership with Derek Dougan as Wolves reach the inaugural UEFA Cup final.
1974
League Cup Final Winning Goal
Scores the decisive goal in Wolves’ 2-1 victory over Manchester City to win the Football League Cup.
1977
1977 Promotion Goals
Provides experienced finishing as Wolves win the Second Division championship and return to the First Division.
Records, sources and methodology
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