During the course of Queen Victoria’s reign, Britain underwent such a remarkable period of upheaval that the nation’s influence extended to the furthest reaches of the globe. With the advances of the Industrial Revolution, trade and production...
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For better or worse, individuals throughout history have changed the world. Leaving lasting legacies that are still remembered to this day, whether it was down to blind ambition, a divine belief, or dedication to a cause, certain men and women have...
Of all the periods in history, the Renaissance has to be one of the most exciting. It saw the emergence of a new breed of art and literature, but the discovery of the New World also gave birth to a battle of conquest between nations. In this digital...
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Understanding the events that have come before us and how they have shaped the world we live in is a fascinating subject. So often, we focus on specific dates such as 1066, 1215, 1914 and 1945, but there’s so much more – going back so much...
The Second World War will always hold a legendary place in Britain’s history, and indeed the history of the world. Few campaigns within either of the world wars are as well-known and remembered as the Battle of Britain. Immortalised in...
“To be, or not to be: that is the question.”
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We all know about their roads and aqueducts, but there is so much more to the Romans than their practical transport solutions. We’ve put together this action-packed digital edition to bring you the history of Ancient Rome without the boring bits,...