Born in 1533, Elizabeth became queen at age 25 after her mother's execution. Learned five languages under tutors and became close to her stepmother Katherine Parr. Imprisoned at Tower of London in 1554 for suspected plotting against sister Mary
Australia's flag was introduced on January 1, 1901, after the colonies united. A competition was held with 30,000 submissions, with five winning designs. The Commonwealth Blue Ensign was officially adopted in 1901. The flag was initially restricted to government buildings and forts
Revolutionary War began in 1775 and ended in 1783. British colonies fought against British crown after salutary neglect. France joined in 1778, Spain in 1779, Netherlands in 1780. Sea power crucial for British strategy and final surrender at Yorktown
American Revolutionary War began with Battles of Lexington and Concord on April 19. Second Continental Congress established Continental Army under George Washington. King George III declared American colonies in rebellion on August 23. Independence Hurricane killed 4,173 people on North American east coast
Zimbabwe is a landlocked country in Southeast Africa, bordered by South Africa, Botswana, Zambia and Mozambique. Capital and largest city is Harare, with population of approximately 16.6 million (2024). Shona people make up 80% of population, followed by Northern Ndebele
British imposed taxes and military occupation after Seven Years' War. Boston Massacre in 1770 and Intolerable Acts sparked colonial discontent. Battles of Lexington and Concord in April 1775 began war. Second Continental Congress formed Continental Army under Washington