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#OTDH Samuel Johnson, a well-known and loved writer of the 18th century, died in London in 1784. Check out some of his works on the MHS catalogue, Abigail: https://t.co/AbOQUQpPC8 #MHS1791 #SamuelJohnson
#OTDH the Battle of Trafalgar, Nelson's finest - and final - hour.
#OTDH 1714 George I controversially proclaimed King of Great Britain and Ireland, sparking riots across the country.
#OTDH 4 Nov 1805: Strachan's action off Cape Ortegal, after Trafalgar - capture of 4 ships https://t.co/tBtP2ENZat
#OTDH 1762 b George IV. In 1820s he gave 38 paintings 2 Greenwich Hospital, incl Turner & Lely, all now @NMMGreenwich