Timeline British History for Kids
This timeline begins from Prehistoric times to the present day.
Romans
Why did the Romans invade Britain and what did the Romans do for us? These are two of the questions that are considered here. It also looks at life for women in Roman Britain and there is an audio drama of the Boudiccan Rebellion.
Normans
What did the Normans do for us? Here the BBC give us an insight into the events surrounding the Norman Conquest and the changes it brought about.
Domesday Book
The BBC have compiled information on how and why our earliest public record, the Domesday Book, was written.
King John and the Magna Carta
Discover the events leading up to and after the signing of Magna Carta.
The Battle of Hastings
A detailed account of the Battle of Hastings, including the origins of the conflict, the battle plan, details of the battle and a review of why Harold lost.
The Battle for Berlin in World War Two
This article from the BBC features interviews with survivors from both sides in this battle. It examines the events when Stalin's attempted to take Berlin ahead of the allies, an action which led to the deaths of so many Russian soldiers.
Hadrian's Wall Gallery
View images of Hadrian's Wall along the entire length. This BBC site also has information about it's history and construction.
HyperHistory Online
Lifelines, People Index, timelines and maps give a general perspective of 3000 years of World History.
Florence Nightingale: the lady with the Lamp
This site from the BBC examines whether the romantic image of the Lady with the Lamp was entirely justified.
