Leader of the House of Lords
Appointed Leader of the Lords Opposition
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1881 in Great Britain — Page 2
Explore 48 historical events and records for Great Britain in 1881.
Historical records for Great Britain in 1881
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Natural History Collections Move To South Kensington
The British Museum's natural history collections moved to a separate purpose built building in South Kensington.
New Owners Acquire Great Britain
Commercial owners purchased Great Britain for a new working life as a cargo carrying sailing ship.
New Owners Acquire Great Britain
Commercial owners purchased Great Britain for a new working life as a cargo carrying sailing ship.
Party Leader
Appointed Party Leader of the Conservative Party
Strike
Campaigns for tennants not to pay rent in retaliation for outlawing the Land League
Under Secretary
Appointed Under Secretary for the Home Department in charge of Scottish affairs
William Christie Becomes Astronomer Royal
William Henry Mahoney Christie succeeded Airy and oversaw new instruments and buildings.
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