The compulsory schooling undertaken by children in England and Wales between the ages of eleven and fourteen.
Key Stage 3
Fact of the Day
When George Washington campaigned for the Virginia election in 1758, he bought every eligible voter three pints of alcohol.
Quote of the Day
"Water knee deep and up to the waist in places. Rumours of being relieved by the Grand Fleet.
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~ British First World War soldier writing about the trenches in his diary
On This Day
1787 The 'First Fleet' of 11 ships carrying convicts to Australia left England.
1888 Slavery was abolished in Brazil.