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.
The Great Plague of London
Information about plague in the 17th century in Britain. There are teaching ideas based on a variety of 17th century sources.
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 - Getting Dressed
A beautifully illustrated account of the clothing Florence Nightingale would have worn in Victorian times.
Burgh Life in Mary's Time
Find out about life in a Scottish burgh was like in the 16th Century, in the time of Mary Queen of Scots. Relates to the Scottish curriculum.
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.
Mahatma Gandhi Biography
Details of the life of Mahatma Gandhi.
