Why do we remember Florence Nightingale?
Here the National Archives website has produced details about Florence Nightingale based on original photographs and documents. Useful as a teacher reference for lesson ideas.
British Seaside History in Pictures
A selection of photographs, most black and white, of UK seaside resorts each with a brief historical explanation.
The Martin Luther King Papers Project
A major project to collect historical information about Martin Luther King and the social movements in which he participated. It includes audio files and lesson plans.
Women on the Home Front in World War One
World War One provided new employment opportunities for women. This site from the BBC exams the enduring impact of the war on women's lives.
The Ancient Olympics
Did you know the Olympics began in Ancient Greece? Here you can compare ancient and modern Olympic sports, tour ancient Olympia and read about the exploits of the first Olympic athletes.
Theoi Greek Mythology
A site exploring Greek mythology and the gods in classical literature and art.
The Presidents of the United States
A list of all American Presidents with some information about each from Britannica.
Women's Work
Many Victorian women helped to support their families with paying jobs in addition to their domestic burdens. Find out how their earning power contributed to their developing independence.
Black Death
This BBC site examines the effects of the Black Death and the impact it had on Medieval Britain.
The West
Worth delving into if you need information on historical events and key characters in the American West. You can also click on any state on a map to learn about cities, towns, trails, natural features and scenes of conflict.
