Georgian Grandeur: Navigating the 18th Century Odyssey
Embark on a captivating journey through the pages of history with The Time Traveller’s Guild in our dedicated blog category, “18th Century.” Immerse yourself in the splendour of the Georgian era, where enlightenment ideals, cultural revolutions, and political transformations shaped the landscape of Britain and beyond. Join us as we navigate the intricate tapestry of the 1700s, exploring the stories, events, and characters that define this epoch of Georgian grandeur.
Celebrate the birth of Sir William Edward Parry, polar explorer and a true adventurer who charted the icy frontiers of the Arctic. On December 19, 1790, Sir William Edward Parry, the famed Royal Navy officer and Arctic explorer, was born…
Celebrate the birth of Joseph Grimaldi, the father of modern clowning and the man who brought laughter to the Georgian stage. On December 18, 1779, Joseph Grimaldi, the most celebrated clown in British theatre history, was born in London. Known…
Visit the birthplace of Sir Humphry Davy, the scientific genius who lit up the 19th century—literally and figuratively. On December 17, 1778, Sir Humphry Davy, the pioneering chemist and inventor, was born in the picturesque coastal town of Penzance, Cornwall.…
Experience the Boston Tea Party, a revolutionary act of defiance that brewed the storm of American independence. On December 16, 1773, under the cover of night, a group of American colonists, some disguised as Mohawk warriors, boarded three British ships…
Celebrate the birth of George Romney, the celebrated portrait painter whose works captured the elegance and intrigue of 18th-century Britain. On December 15, 1734, George Romney, one of the most renowned portrait painters of the 18th century, was born in…
Celebrate the birth of American civil liberties in the historic heart of the United States. On December 15, 1791, the Bill of Rights was ratified, becoming a cornerstone of American democracy. This collection of the first ten amendments to the…
Step back in time to the birthplace of Madame Tussaud, the waxwork maestro who turned art into an enduring spectacle of fame and history. On December 7, 1761, Marie Grosholtz—later known as Madame Tussaud—was born in Strasbourg, France. From her…
Witness the rise of a political prodigy in a city teeming with Georgian splendour, intrigue, and powdered wigs. On December 7, 1783, William Pitt the Younger became the youngest Prime Minister in British history at the age of just 24.…
Step back in time to the quaint Scottish village that gave the world a literary giant. On December 4, 1785, in the quiet village of Ecclefechan, Scotland, Thomas Carlyle was born. This son of a stonemason would go on to…
Every 11 November, as the rest of the country settles into solemn reflection for Armistice Day, the small town of Fenny Stratford in Buckinghamshire marks the occasion with an eccentric twist: firing the Fenny Poppers. This curious tradition involves cannon-like…
