1532

Henry VIII breaks from the Catholic church.

1588

Spanish Armada sent by the Spanish King Philip II, defeated by the English navy.

1605

Gunpowder plot: A plan to kill King James I and his government by blowing up parliament. Conspired by the catholic Robert Catesby, and to be executed by Guy Fawkes. However, Guy Fawkes was caught in the act.

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