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271. What concept did the Bill of Rights outline?
272. What major impact did Enlightenment thinkers have on governance?
273. Which was the last major battle fought between Britain and France?
274. In which battle was Admiral Nelson killed?
275. Which Prime Minister served during the late 19th century?
276. Which Enlightenment thinker is known for theories on natural rights and limited government?
277. What significant document established in 1689 outlined rights and liberties in Britain?
278. What year did the Acts of Union, which created the Kingdom of Great Britain, take place?
279. What is Florence Nightingale most famous for?
280. Where did the thirteen British colonial families settle before seeking independence in the 1760s?
281. Who was Sake Dean Mahomed?
282. Which traditional song sung in Scotland on New Year's Eve was written by Robert Burns?
283. From which country did refugees called Huguenots come between 1680 and 1720 to live in Britain?
284. Who was supported by clansmen from the Scottish Highlands and led the attempt to restore a Stuart king to the British throne in 1745?
285. During the Victorian age, what was done to promote free trade?