Going Underground

 On 4 November 1890, the world's first electric underground railway opened in London. One of the first passengers was the future King Edward VII. Learn more about it in my history of transport.

Chichester

 I wrote a history of Chichester. It has a long and fascinating history from its start as a Roman town to the present day. 

Marie Antoinette

 Marie-Antoinette, queen of France was born on 2 November 1755. The unfortunate woman was guillotined in 1793 during the French Revolution.

Pastry Fork

 A pastry fork can mean two things. A pastry fork for eating cakes was invented in Britain in 1886. A different tool, one used in cooking but also called pastry fork was invented in the USA by Anna Mangin. 

Spencer Perceval

 British Prime Minister Spencer Perceval was born on 1 November 1762. He was assassinated in 1812. So far he is the only British prime minister to be assassinated.

Taunton

 I wrote about the English town of Taunton. It has a long and interesting history. 

Eastbourne

 I wrote about the charming English town of Eastbourne