Resignation of Robert Arthur Talbot Gascoyne-Cecil
The Boer War splits the Cabinet and leads to Salisbury's resignation
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1902 in Great Britain — Page 3
Explore 87 historical events and records for Great Britain in 1902.
Historical records for Great Britain in 1902
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Retirement
Retires in favor of his nephew Arthur Balfour
Second Sheffield United FA Cup
Common appeared for Sheffield United in the era when the club defeated Southampton after a replay to claim the 1902 FA Cup.
Songs of Childhood
Publication of "Songs of Childhood"
The Hound of the Baskervilles
Publication of "The Hound of the Baskervilles"
The Sea Lady
Wells published The Sea Lady, a novel about a mermaid entering human society.
The Tale of Peter Rabbit
Publication of "The Tale of Peter Rabbit"
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