-
beginning of the first industrial revolution
the industrial revolution was when everyone was being replaced by newly made machines. it was a time in the 1700s when machines and factories made work easier and replaced peoples jobs. -
first British settlement in Adventure bay
the first British settlement in Adventure Bay was made by explorers looking for a place to get supplies and safely rest. it was used by captain James Cook in 1803 and later by other British ships. the area was important for gathering items for long sea voyages. -
end of the Napoleonic war
the Napoleonic wars ended in 1815 with Napoleon's defeat at waterloo and his exile to saint Helena. His fall marked the collapse of the French Empire and led to the Congress of Vienna which aimed to restore order and balance in Europe. -
End of the age of revolution
The Age of Revolution ended in the mid-19th century as revolutionary ideals were integrated into political systems, and conservative forces regained control. This shift gave way to industrialization, nationalism, and imperialism, changing the focus from uprisings to economic and colonial expansion. -
Shootout at Stringrybark creek
The Shootout at Stringybark Creek in 1878 saw Ned Kelly’s gang clash with police, killing three officers. It marked a turning point in the gang's actions and led to an intensified manhunt for Kelly. The incident cemented Kelly's status as both a notorious criminal and a symbol of resistance to authority. -
beginning of the boxer rebellion
The Boxer Rebellion started in 1899 in China when a group called the "Boxers" rebelled against foreign influence and missionaries. They attacked foreigners and Chinese Christians, which led to an international army coming to stop them. The fighting lasted until 1901. -
the battle of Beersheba
The Battle of Beersheba happened on October 31, 1917, during World War I, when Australian and New Zealand troops made a daring cavalry charge against Ottoman forces in Palestine. They won the battle, capturing the town and securing a crucial water supply. This victory helped them continue their push through the region.