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The Paper Bombing of Germany.

By: Jim Osborn

In 1939 England declared war on Germany, but the first eight months of World War II were marred with conservative politics, then Winston Churchill took office! more...

Pearly Kings and Queens of London

By: Barbara Bothwell

The Pearly Suit and pearl-covered hats are an easily recognizable symbol of London, England more...

Glen House,Peeblesshire, Scotland

By: George Frederick Winter

Part of the film 'Hallam Foe' was shot at Glen House, Peeblesshire, one of Scotland's historic homes more...

Dublin, Ireland's English Heritage

By: Marc McLoughlin

Dublin, now the capital of an independent and thriving Irish state, owes its existence and character to that same state's long-time enemy, the English. more...

1967 Abortion Act

By: George Frederick Winter

A brief summary of how David Steel's Private Members' Bill on the Medical Termination of Pregnancy was influenced by Sir Dugald Baird. more...

Christmas Cards

By: George Frederick Winter

A brief history of the Christmas card, from its Roman origins to the first Christmas card produced in Victorian England more...

Swinging London's Summer of Love

By: Alistair McCulloch

As with San Francisco, Swinging London also experienced a 'Summer of Love' in 1967. The musical and social revolution changed Britain forever. more...

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