1708 - What happened in 1708 ?

March 1708

Queen Anne withholds Royal Assent from a militia Bill, the last time a British monarch vetoes legislation.

James Francis Edward Stuart lands at the Firth of Forth.

Peter the Great defeats the Swedes at the Battle of Lesnaya.

Search by Date:

History Forum
Come and discuss about History, Civilizations, Historical Events and Figures

History Web-Ring
A community of sites, blogs and forums dedicated to History. Do not hesitate to submit your site.

Year	Month	Day