Peace
Pope Adrian IV & William of Sicily come to terms
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June 18 in History
This permanent archive page contains 240 World History Database records for June 18, spanning 1053 to 2026. Recorded topics include Battle of Civitella; Peace; Ordinance of Labourers.
Total: 240Events: 195Births: 3Deaths: 1Battles: 40Coronations: 1Countries: 29
Events on June 18
Peace
Pope Adrian IV & William of Sicily come to terms
Ordinance of Labourers
Issues labour controls after plague mortality disrupts wages and service
Siege of Orleans
Decides to rereat from Orleans
Marriage
Henry VII ratifies the marriage between Prince Arthur & Catherine of Aragon
Marriage
Henry VII ratifies the marriage between Prince Arthur & Catherine of Aragon
Marriage
Henry VII ratifies the marriage between Prince Arthur & Catherine of Aragon
Courtship
Henry VIII 1st meets Anne Boleyn, when Thomas Boleyn is created Viscount Rochford
Peerage
Created Viscount Rochford, Henry VIII 1st meets Anne Boleyn
Peerage
Created Duke of Richmond
Peerage
Makes his illegitimate son, Henry Fitzroy, Duke of Richmond
Marriage
Swears Arthur had not consummated their marriage & was a virgin when she married Henry. Appears at the divorce tribunal
Virginity of Catherine
Swears Arthur had not consummated their marriage & was a virgin when she married Henry
Rule of Ireland
The Dublin Parliament passes the Crown of Ireland Act declaring Henry VIII King of Ireland.
Catholic League
The Electors of Mainz, Cologne, and Trier had proposed an army of 20,000 men and they had also considered making Maximilian president of the alliance, and on August 30 they announce their adhesion to the Munich agreement
Diet of Munich
The Electors of Mainz, Cologne, and Trier had proposed an army of 20,000 men and they had also considered making Maximilian president of the alliance, and on August 30 they announce their adhesion to the Munich agreement
Munich Agreement
The Electors of Mainz, Cologne, and Trier had proposed an army of 20,000 men and they had also considered making Maximilian president of the alliance, and on August 30 they announce their adhesion to the Munich agreement
Parliament
Opens his 1st Parliament
Covenanters
Defeats the Royalists at Brig O'Dee & captures Aberdeen from the Covenanters
Royalist Army
Defeats the Royalists at Brig O'Dee & captures Aberdeen from the Covenanters
Siege of Aberdeen
Defeats the Royalists at Brig O'Dee & captures Aberdeen from the Covenanters
Treaty of Berwick
The Treaty of Berwick ends the 1st Bishops War as Charles is forced to call a truce
Treaty of Berwick
Present at the signing of the Treaty with Charles I which ends the 1st Bishops War
Treaty of Berwick
The Treaty of Berwick ends the 1st Bishops War
Answer to Nineteen Propositions
Charles rejects the proposals and defends the established balance of the constitution.
Answer to Nineteen Propositions
Charles rejects the proposals and defends the established balance of the constitution.
Nineteen Propositions Rejected
The King rejects Parliament's programme for controlling ministers, religion and the armed forces.
Nineteen Propositions Rejected
The King rejects Parliament's programme for controlling ministers, religion and the armed forces.
Capture of Chalgrove Field
Rupert of the Rhine defeats Parliamentary forces near Dorchester then moves on the capture Bristol
Pursuit of Prince Rupert
Hampden joins the hurried Parliamentarian pursuit of Prince Rupert's raiding column before the fighting at Chalgrove.
Wounding at Chalgrove
Hampden is mortally wounded in the shoulder during the Parliamentarian cavalry defeat at Chalgrove.
Capture of Leicester
Fairfax takes back Leicester
Capture of Taunton
Monmouth reaches Taunton to an enthusiastic welcome
Attack on Camaret
Tollemache leads the Allied landing force in the failed attack near Brest and is mortally wounded.
Defence of Camaret
Vauban organizes the coastal defences that defeat the Anglo-Dutch landing attempt at Camaret Bay.
Alliance with Portugal
Philip concludes an alliance with Pedro II of Portugal.
Alliance with Portugal
Louis supports the Franco-Spanish alliance concluded with Portugal.
Alliance with Spain
Pedro II concludes an alliance with Philip V and Louis XIV.
Invasion of Bohemia
Frederick II the Great is defeated by the Austrians at the Battle of Kolin & forced to evacuate Bohemia & Prague. Defeated by the Austrians at the Battle of Kolin & forced to evacuate Bohemia & Prague
Siege of Prague
Frederick II the Great is defeated by the Austrians at the Battle of Kolin & forced to evacuate Bohemia & Prague
Rule of New Brunswick
Creates new Brunswick to allow for influx of loyalist British supporters from the USA
Constitution of France
Announces to the Assembly that the Jacobins are a state within a state
Constitution of France
Announces to the Assembly that the Jacobins are a state within a state.
Crisis of 30 Prairial
The parliamentary crisis of 30 Prairial weakened the Directory and reduced Barras's ability to control the political situation.
Resignation from Directory
The crisis of 30 Prairial forced La Revelliere-Lepeaux to resign from the Directory after pressure from the legislative councils.
Burning of Ottoman Flagship
Kanaris destroys the Ottoman flagship in retaliation for the Chios massacre
Assault on Sevastopol
Commands a French division during the unsuccessful June assault against Sevastopol's defences.
Assault on Sevastopol
Leads a French division in the June assault on Russian works and is killed during the attack.
Great Redan
Orders an attack on the Great Redan that fails.
Siege of Sevastopol
Commands British forces during the unsuccessful assault on the Great Redan on 18 June.
Prime Minister of Great Britain
Appointed Prime Minister of Great Britain, 2nd term
Reform of Electoral System
Proposes enfranchising œ6 occupiers in the Boroughs & œ10 occupiers in the counties. Despite Palmerstons electoral proposals legislation is not passed
Occupation of Dresden
Herwarth leads the Army of the Elbe into Dresden after Saxon forces evacuate the capital.
Occupation of Dresden
The Army of the Elbe occupies Dresden after the Saxon army withdraws into Bohemia.
Reform of Government
The Government is defeat by a proposal from Lord Dunkellin
Vote of Confidence
The Government is defeated in Parliament by 11 votes
Home Rule
The Home Rule Bill, defeated in the Commons by 30 votes
Reform of Parliament
The Home Rule Bill, defeated in the Commons by 30 votes
Legation Diplomacy
Restrains Dong Fuxiang and keeps channels open with foreign diplomats.
Scandal
Exonerated of illegally dealing in Marconi shares by a debate in the House of Commons
Brusilov Offensive
The plan to attack all fronts is changed as General Evert decides to support Brusilov
June Demonstration
Faces rising radical pressure in the Soviet streets.
June Demonstration
Bolshevik slogans dominate the mass demonstration.
June Demonstration
Speaks for a more radical Soviet policy.
Offensive
An offensive is launched by Russia against Austria Hungary
Constituent Assembly Plans
Kerensky continues political activity connected with constituent assembly plans.
Anglo-German Naval Agreement
The Anglo-German Naval Agreement fixed a ratio whereby the total tonnage of the Kriegsmarine was to be 35% of the total tonnage of the Royal Navy on a permanent basis.
Anglo-German Naval Agreement
The Anglo-German Naval Agreement fixed a ratio whereby the total tonnage of the Kriegsmarine was to be 35% of the total tonnage of the Royal Navy on a permanent basis. Anglo-German Naval Agreement was signed between the United Kingdom and Nazi Germany.
Anglo-German Naval Agreement
The Anglo-German Naval Agreement is signed, a naval agreement between Britain and Germany regulating the size of the Kriegsmarine in relation to the Royal Navy.
Anglo-German Naval Agreement
This marked the beginning of a series of attempts by Adolf Hitler to improve relations between the two countries, form a pact, and isolate the Soviet Union, while both the Soviet Union and Britain attempted to do the same and isolate Germany
Anglo-German Naval Agreement
The Anglo-German Naval Agreement fixed a ratio whereby the total tonnage of the Kriegsmarine was to be 35% of the total tonnage of the Royal Navy on a permanent basis. Anglo-German Naval Agreement was signed between the United Kingdom and Nazi Germany.
Anglo-German Naval Agreement
The Anglo-German Naval Agreement is signed, a naval agreement between Britain and Germany regulating the size of the Kriegsmarine in relation to the Royal Navy.
Anglo-German Naval Agreement
This marked the beginning of a series of attempts by Adolf Hitler to improve relations between the two countries, form a pact, and isolate the Soviet Union, while both the Soviet Union and Britain attempted to do the same and isolate Germany
Armament
German-British Fleet agreement, the German fleet is set to 35% of the British, supports the revision of the Versailles Treaty and leads to some discomfort between France and Great Britain
Of the Versailles Treaty
German-British Fleet agreement, the German fleet is set to 35% of the British, supports the revision of the Versailles Treaty and leads to some discomfort between France and Great Britain. Anglo-German Naval Agreement was signed between the United Kingdom and Nazi Germany.
Of the Versailles Treaty
German-British Fleet agreement, the German fleet is set to 35% of the British, supports the revision of the Versailles Treaty and leads to some discomfort between France and Great Britain
This marked the beginning of a series of attempts by Adolf Hitler
This marked the beginning of a series of attempts by Adolf Hitler to improve relations between the two countries, form a pact, and isolate the Soviet Union, while both the Soviet Union and Britain attempted to do the same and isolate Germany
Treaty of Anglo-German Naval
Agrees to restrict the fleet to 35% of the Royal Navys & to parity in submarines
Treaty of Anglo-German Naval
German-British Fleet agreement, the German fleet is set to 35% of the British, supports the revision of the Versailles Treaty and leads to some discomfort between France and Great Britain
ANT-25 Transpolar Flight
Designs the ANT-25 used for a nonstop transpolar flight to North America.
Ministry of Health Debate
Uses his former ministerial experience to scrutinise Ministry of Health policy.
Moscow to North America Flight
The achievement marks moscow to north america flight as an important Russian scientific milestone.
Foreign Policy Statement at Berlin
Says he will only take action against Czech if Britain & France do not intervene
Invasion of Czech
Says he will only take action against Czech if Britain & France do not intervene
Broadcast
Broadcasts to the French people declaring that the War for France is not over
Capture of Cherbourg
Rommels 7th Panzer Div advances into Cherbourg
Major General
Appointed Major General
Major General
Appointed Major General
Treaty Negotiations
The Government signs a nonaggression Treaty with Germany
Army Atomic District Organisation
Brigadier General Wilhelm Styer directs Colonel James C. Marshall to organise an Army Corps of Engineers district to consolidate atomic bomb development.
Conference of Washington
An allied pact becomes the United Nations
Conference of Washington
Molotov receives military assistance & economic aid. A second front is established & atomic research is intensified. An allied pact becomes the United Nations
Conference of Washington
Molotov gains military assistance & economic aid. A 2nd front is established & atomic research intensified
Conference of Washington
Molotov gains military assistance & economic aid. A 2nd front is established & atomic research intensified
Fighting France
Holds a rally in the Albert Hall in front of 10,000 French who sing the "Marseillaise"
Capture of Barneville
The Cotentin Peninsular is sealed isolating 4 German Divisions & the port of Cherbourg. The Americans capture Barneville
Capture of St Lo
An attack of St Lo is launched but is slowed down by the Normandy countryside, bocage
S-50 Construction Contract
Groves orders rapid construction of the S-50 thermal-diffusion plant at Oak Ridge on an exceptionally compressed schedule.
Trial of the Sixteen
The trial takes place between 18 and 21 June 1945 with foreign press and observers from the United Kingdom and USA present. The date was chosen carefully to be at the same time as a conference on the creation of the Soviet-backed Polish puppet Government was organized
Abdication
Abdication of Umberto II, the monarchy is abolished by a referendum
Head of State
Appointed Head of State, acting in a provsional Government
House
The monarchy is abolished by a referendum
Referendum
The monarchy is abolished by a referendum. Abdication of Umberto II, the monarchy is abolished by a referendum
President of Egypt
Becomes the first President when the monarchy is abolished and a republic proclaimed.
Republic of Egypt
Proclaims the Egyptian republic, changing the state framework for canal sovereignty negotiations.
Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)
CIA supported military forces invade Guatemala from Honduras
Operation PBSUCCESS
CIA supported military forces invade Guatemala from Honduras
Anti-Party Group Presidium Challenge
Faces an attempt by senior Presidium rivals to remove him from the party leadership.
Eisenhower Visit
Welcomes US President Dwight Eisenhower to Taiwan and issues a joint communiqué affirming opposition to Communist expansion.
Minsk Hunting License
Lee obtained a Soviet hunting license on June 18, 1960, while living and working in Minsk.
Operation Arc Light
Johnson authorises the first B-52 combat strikes under Operation Arc Light
Operation Arc Light
Ryan's Strategic Air Command executes the first B-52 Arc Light mission from Guam
Operation Arc Light
Operation Light I, bombing of Ben Cat Special Zone Viet Cong base, a limited success
Monterey Drum Destruction
Adds stage chaos during The Who's Monterey set.
Monterey Guitar Smash
Smashes his guitar during the Monterey performance.
Monterey Pop Festival
Perform at the Monterey Pop Festival.
Election
Leads the Conservatives to victory in the general election.
Election
Wins a Conservative majority of 37. The Conservative victory is the biggest upset since 1945. The Conservative Party win 46.4% of votes cast & 330 MPs. Conservatives 330, Labour 287, Liberals 6 & others 7
Election
Defeated at Northampton during the general election
Election
The Liberals return 6 Members of Parliament, despite standing in 332 seats. The Liberal Party win 7.5% of votes cast & 6 MPs
Election
The Labour Party wins 43.1 percent of votes cast & 288 MPs. The Labour majority of 97 becomes a Conservative majority of 39
Eton and Slough Election Contest
Contests the Eton and Slough constituency for the Conservative Party at the 1970 general election but does not enter Parliament at that election.
General Election
Retains Coventry East as Labour loses the general election.
General Election Defeat
Leaves the Treasury after Labour loses the general election.
General Election Victory
Leads the Conservatives to victory in the 1970 general election.
Member of Parliament
Elected Member of Parliament
Member of Parliament
Elected Member of Parliament for Epping, majority of 2,575
President of Argentina
Appointed de facto President of Argentina after Juan Carlos Ongania
Reigate Election
Is elected Conservative Member of Parliament for Reigate at the 1970 general election.
Pentagon Papers
On June 18, 1971, The Washington Post began publishing its own series of articles based upon the Pentagon Papers; Ellsberg gave portions to editor Ben Bradlee
Pentagon Papers
On June 18, 1971, The Washington Post began publishing its own series of articles based upon the Pentagon Papers; Ellsberg gave portions to editor Ben Bradlee
Pentagon Papers
The Washington Post begins publishing the Pentagon Papers - the Defense Department's secret history of the Vietnam War. The Washington Post will begin publishing the papers later in the week.
Pentagon Papers Court Defense
Bradlee supports continued publication as the Washington Post defends itself against the government's effort to stop the series.
Washington Post First Pentagon Papers Edition
The Washington Post begins its Pentagon Papers series after Graham approves publication.
Washington Post First Pentagon Papers Story
Roberts writes for the Washington Post edition that begins publishing Pentagon Papers material.
Washington Post Halt Demand
Mitchell's Justice Department asks the Washington Post to stop publishing classified Pentagon Papers material.
Washington Post Injunction Denied
Gesell refuses the government's request for an immediate injunction against further Washington Post publication.
Washington Post Injunction Hearing
Gesell hears the government's request to prevent the Washington Post from continuing its Pentagon Papers series.
Washington Post Pentagon Papers Publication
Bradlee directs publication of the Washington Post's first Pentagon Papers stories.
Watergate
Howard Hunt receives a call from the reporter Bob Woodward informing him that his name had been found in the address book of one of the burglars arrested the previous day at the Democratic party headquarters, in the Wate.
Watergate
Howard Hunt receives a call from the reporter Bob Woodward informing him that his name had been found in the address book of one of the burglars arrested the previous day at the Democratic party headquarters, in the Watergate.
Watergate
Howard Hunt receives a call from the reporter Bob Woodward informing him that his name had been found in the address book of one of the burglars arrested the previous day at the Democratic party headquarters, in the Watergate.
Watergate
Howard Hunt recieves a call from the reporter Bob Woodward informing him that his name had been found in the address book of one of the burglars arrested the previous day at the Democratic party headquarters, in the Wate
Watergate
Howard Hunt recieves a call from the reporter Bob Woodward informing him that his name had been found in the address book of one of the burglars arrested the previous day at the Democratic party headquarters, in the Watergate
Watergate
Howard Hunt receives a call from the reporter Bob Woodward informing him that his name had been found in the address book of one of the burglars arrested the previous day at the Democratic party headquarters, in the Wate.
Watergate
Howard Hunt receives a call from the reporter Bob Woodward informing him that his name had been found in the address book of one of the burglars arrested the previous day at the Democratic party headquarters, in the Wate.
Watergate
Howard Hunt recieves a call from the reporter Bob Woodward informing him that his name had been found in the address book of one of the burglars arrested the previous day at the Democratic party headquarters, in the Wate
Watergate Connection
Learns that his name and White House contact information were found in material connected to the burglars arrested at the Watergate complex.
Arrival for Washington Summit
Begins his major United States visit for summit talks with Richard Nixon.
Rolling Stones, The
Martha Hunt files an application in a London Court claiming Mick Jagger is the father of her daughter Karis
Rolling Stones, The
Martha Hunt files an application in a London Court claiming Mick Jagger is the father of her daughter Karis
White House Summit Talks
Holds opening White House discussions with Richard Nixon on arms control and superpower relations.
A Night on the Town
Releases A Night on the Town, continuing his move into polished mid-1970s pop rock.
Nuclear Power
The completed SALT II agreement is signed by President Carter & General Secretary Brezhnev. Negotiated for 7 years & finally signed by the US & Russia, but never ratified
SALT II Treaty Signed
Signs the SALT II agreement with Leonid Brezhnev to place broader limits on strategic offensive nuclear forces.
SALT II Treaty Signing
Signs the SALT II Treaty with Jimmy Carter, setting limits on strategic nuclear delivery systems.
Treaty of SALT II
Negotiated for 7 years & finally signed by the US & Russia, but never ratified. An agreement to limit strategic launchers is reached in Vienna and is signed by Leonid Brezhnev and President of the United States Jimmy Carter
Vienna Strategic Arms Statement
Issues a joint summit statement with Jimmy Carter supporting continued strategic arms negotiations.
Clean Sheet Against Belgium
Keeps a clean sheet for Italy in the goalless European Championship group match with Belgium.
Clean Sheet Against Italy
Keeps a clean sheet as Belgium draw 0-0 with hosts Italy and qualify for the European Championship final.
Economy of Great Britain
The British annual inflation rate stands at 21%, the first fall in two years
Inflation
Sees inflation begin to fall after reaching very high levels.
Inflation
The British annual inflation rate stands at 21%, the first fall in two years
1st Woman in Space
Becomes the first American woman in space as a crewmember on Space Shuttle Challenger for STS-7
Stuttgart European Council
Represents Greece as leaders adopt the Solemn Declaration on European Union.
Camouflage
Releases Camouflage, featuring production and guitar work from Jeff Beck.
Strike
Scargill knocked unconscious in Orgreave violence. Police deny he was hit by a truncheon
Strike
The battle of Orgreave, 5,000 riot police took on 5,000 protestors, who pelted officers with bricks and stones
Government
Reagan cals for unconditional release of hostages on TWA jet
Maastricht Referendum
Welcomes the referendum result approving the Maastricht Treaty with 69.1 percent voting yes.
Election Alliance with Alexander Lebed
Brings third-place candidate Alexander Lebed into his administration between the two rounds of the presidential election.
EU Social Chapter
Britain signs up to the EUs Social Chapter
Pol Pot Arrest
Pol Pot arrested by the Ta Mok faction
Golden Goal Against Italy
Scores the extra-time golden goal that eliminates Italy in the round of sixteen.
European Constitutional Treaty Agreement
Helps broker unanimous political agreement on the draft Treaty establishing a Constitution for Europe.
Economic Reform
bin Abdullah participates in economic reform connected with Jordanian political and historical developments.
World Cup Equaliser Against France
Scores South Korea's late equaliser against France.
World Cup Goal Against South Korea
Scores France's goal in a 1-1 World Cup draw with South Korea.
European Under-21 Championship Victory
Guides Spain to the European Under-21 championship.
Ouagadougou Preliminary Agreement
Traore's government signs an agreement enabling national elections and inclusive peace talks.
Spain Youth Title
Completes the tournament with victory over Italy in the final.
European Championship Assist Against Ireland
Creates Romelu Lukaku's opening goal during Belgium's 3-0 European Championship victory over the Republic of Ireland.
European Championship Goal Against Ireland
Heads Belgium's second goal in the 3-0 European Championship victory over the Republic of Ireland.
Remain Cross-party Letter
Joins senior politicians from different parties in a late referendum appeal urging voters to reject division and isolation and remain in the European Union.
Two European Championship Goals Against Ireland
Scores twice as Belgium defeat the Republic of Ireland 3-0 in the European Championship group stage.
Merkel Berlin Meeting
Meets Angela Merkel and discusses Donbas negotiations, prisoners and European energy security.
World Cup Scoring Record
Becomes the leading scorer across men's and women's World Cups.
Constitutional Referendum
Goita's government holds a referendum on a new constitution for Mali.
Medical Leave
Myint Swe takes medical leave while remaining acting president
Election for Makerfield
Burnham wins the Makerfield parliamentary by-election for Labour.
Long-Range Drone Campaign
Oversees Ukrainian military pressure as long-range drone strikes reach Russian energy targets
Minimum Wage Law
Promulgates legislation increasing the statutory minimum wage and related family benefits.
Moscow Refinery Strike Defense
Defends Ukrainian attacks on Russian energy infrastructure as retaliation for Russia's war
Moscow Refinery Strike Response
Faces major Ukrainian drone strikes against Moscow energy infrastructure
Moscow Retaliation Warning
Warns that continued Russian strikes will bring intensified Ukrainian retaliation against Moscow.
Births on June 18
Birth of Paul McCartney
Birth of Paul McCartney at Walton Hospital in Liverpool.
Birth of Paul McCartney
Birth of Paul McCartney, born in Walton General Hospital in Liverpool, England, where his mother, Mary, had previously worked as a nursing sister in the maternity ward
Birth of Thabo Mbeki
Birth of Thabo Mbeki
Deaths on June 18
Death
Dies in Uccle at the age of ninety-three after a career spanning particle physics, cosmology and quantum field theory.
Battles on June 18
Battle of Civitella
The inhabitants of Civitate hand the Pope over to the Normans. Defeated 10 miles north west of San Severo by the Norman forces of Robert Guiscard
Battle of Patay
Joan returns to Orleans, & is greeted by joyful citizens
Battle of Patay
A continuous series of engagements spread over some 14 miles, the English lose nearly half (2,200) of their troops, as opposed to 20 French and Scots
Battle of Sevenoaks
Leads a rebellion in Kent & East Sussex against the mis-Government of Henry VI. Defeats Henry VIs troops at Sevenoaks
Battle of Sevenoaks
Commands Henry VIs troops at Sevenoaks which are defeated by Jack Cade
Battle of Haldighati
Maharana Pratap leads Mewar's forces against the Mughal army commanded by Man Singh at Haldighati.
Battle of Haldighati
Man Singh commands the Mughal army against Maharana Pratap at the Battle of Haldighati.
Battle of Brig ODee
Defeats & Royalist Army at Brig ODee & enters Aberdeen
Battle of Chalgrove Field
Defeated & killed by Royalists
Battle of Chalgrove Field
Rupert of the Rhine defeats Parliamentary forces near Dorchester then moves on the capture Bristol
Battle of Dorchester
Rupert of the Rhine defeats Parliamentary forces near Dorchester then moves on the capture Bristol
Battle of Kolin
Forces Frederick the Great out of Prague & Bohemia
Battle of Kolin
Frederick II the Great is defeated by the Austrians at the Battle of Kolin & forced to evacuate Bohemia & Prague
Battle of Kolin
Helps defeat the Prussians, Frederick the Great is forced to evacuate Prague & Bohemia
Battle of Ochakov
The Turkish flagship is destroyed & Hassan Pasha is forced to retreat
Battle of Ochakov
Ambushes the rereating Turks, the Turks lose 5 frigates & 3 ships of the line
Battle of Waterloo
Commander in Chief at the Battle of Waterloo
Battle of Ligny
Inconclusive Battle against Wellington & Blucher who still manage to join forces
Battle of Waterloo
At 9PM Wellington & Blucher meet between La Belle-Alliance & Rossome
Battle of Waterloo
The Prussians lose 7,000 injured or killed. Aids Wellington to victory at Waterloo
Battle of Waterloo
Leads the Prussians against Napoleon's right
Battle of Waterloo
During the morning of the battle reviews his troops at La Belle Alliance
Battle of Waterloo
Napoleon's HQ is at Ferme du Caillou
Battle of Waterloo
The British lose close to 15,000 & the French 25,000 killed & wounded. The Allies have a force of 68,000 British, Belgians, Dutch & Germans under Wellington. Napoleon's "Hundred Days" rule is ended after defeat at Waterloo. Napoleon commands 72,000. Defeated by 66,000 British & Bluchers force of 45,000 against the French 71,000
Battle of Waterloo
Commands the Old Guard at Waterloo
Battle of Waterloo
The British lose close to 15,000 & the French 25,000 killed & wounded. The Allies have a force of 68,000 British, Belgians, Dutch & Germans under Wellington. Napoleon commands 72,000. Helps end Napoleon's "100 days" rule, Napoleon's final Battle. At 9PM Wellington & Blucher meet between La Belle-Alliance & Rossome
Battle of Waterloo
Wellington & Blucher join up at La Belle Alliance after defeating Napoleon
Battle of Kotah-ki-Serai
Rani Lakshmibai is killed fighting British forces near Kotah-ki-Serai during the struggle for Gwalior.
Battle of Langfang
Muslim General Ma Fuxiang, posted in southern Beijing at Hunting Park, attacked and defeated the Eight Nation Alliance led by the British Admiral Seymour at the Battle of Langfang
Battle of Langfang
Muslim General Ma Fuxiang, posted in southern Beijing at Hunting Park, attacked and defeated the Eight Nation Alliance led by the British Admiral Seymour at the Battle of Langfang
Battle of Langfang
Kansu troops help defeat Seymour near Langfang.
Battle of Langfang
Helps defeat Seymour's relief column near Langfang.
Battle of Langfang
Leads Muslim cavalry against Seymour's force.
Battle of Langfang
Muslim General Ma Fuxiang, posted in southern Beijing at Hunting Park, attacked and defeated the Eight Nation Alliance led by the British Admiral Seymour at the Battle of Langfang
Battle of Langfang
Oversees Chinese forces during the Langfang fighting.
Battle of Langfang
Supervises Chinese forces opposing Seymour near Langfang.
Battle of Britain
Churchill uses his skilful rhetoric to harden public opinion against capitulation, and to prepare the British for a long war. In his "This was their finest hour" speech on 18 June 1940, he said "the Battle of France is over. I expect that the Battle of Britain is about to begin"
Battle of Britain
Declares that the Battle of France is over and the Battle of Britain is about to begin.
Battle of Britain
Tells Parliament the Battle of Britain is about to begin.
Battle of Britain
Uses the Finest Hour speech to prepare Britain for the coming air campaign.
Coronations on June 18
Coronation
Creates controversy because of the Papist ceremony using a Church of England service. 1st time since early infancy that Charles has set foot in Scotland