Greatest events in UK History

The biggest events in UK history include:

1. English Civil War (1642-1651): It was a civil war that occurred as a result of political and religious conflicts between England, Scotland and Ireland. Clashes broke out between the pro-Parliamentary "Roundheads" and the Royalist "Royalists". The war resulted in the execution of King Charles I and led to the Commonwealth era, which temporarily ended the English monarchy.

2. American War of Independence (1775-1783): Colonies fighting for independence of the United States fought against the United Kingdom. As a result of the war, the United States gained independence, which was a major defeat for the United Kingdom. 3rd Industrial Revolution (18th century): It is a transformation process that started in England and had worldwide effects. With the development of machine power and factory systems, agricultural societies turned into industrial societies. The Industrial Revolution ensured England's economic and technological leadership.

4. Victorian Era (1837-1901): The period during which Queen Victoria reigned. During this period, the United Kingdom became the most powerful and largest colonial empire in the world. The establishment of the Great British Empire and imperial expansion took place during this period.

5. Irish War of Independence (1919-1921): It was a period when Ireland fought for independence. Clashes broke out between the Irish Republican Army (IRA) and British security forces. As a result of this period, England accepted Ireland's independence and the Republic of Ireland was established.

6.II. World War (1939-1945): The United Kingdom fought against Nazi Germany and its allies. The war was a period in which the United Kingdom showed great resistance and achieved victory at the end of the war. This victory ensured the UK's position as a world power.

7. Accession to the European Union (1973): The United Kingdom became involved in European integration by joining the European Economic Community (later the European Union). This further strengthened the UK's economic and political relations with European countries.

8. Brexit Referendum (2016): It was a referendum in which the people of the United Kingdom decided to leave the European Union. This decision led to the UK leaving the EU, with a full exit in 2020. These events represent major turning points and important periods in the history of the United Kingdom.