jun 4, 1805 - The first Trooping of the Colour took place
Description:
The first Trooping of the Colour took place on Horse Guards Parade on 4 June 1805. From the reign of King Edward VII, the sovereign has taken the salute in person. It was Edward VII who moved Trooping the Colour to its June date, because of the vagaries of British weather (his own natural birthday being in November).Added to timeline:
Date:
jun 4, 1805
Now
~ 221 years ago