The restoration of the monarchy and the return to a pre-civil war form of government in 1660, following the collapse of the Protectorate.
The Restoration
Fact of the Day
In 1252 Henry III was given a polar bear by King Haakon of Norway. He kept it in the Tower of London on a long chain so it could swim in the Thames.
Quote of the Day
"By seeing London, I have seen as much of life as the world can show.
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~ Samuel Johnson
On This Day
1787 The 'First Fleet' of 11 ships carrying convicts to Australia left England.
1888 Slavery was abolished in Brazil.