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Tag: History
The Life, Love and Legacy of Feminist Pioneer Rose Sidgwick
Unpick the legacy of the historian who made pioneering contributions to history and international feminism.
The Story of the Nightingale, Birmingham’s Longest-running Gay Club
Explore the history of one of the most iconic queer landmarks in Birmingham.
Cornwall’s Surprisingly Queer Literary History
Discover the writers who carved queer literary legacies in Cornwall’s inspiring coastal landscapes.
What Is the Oldest Building in England?
From the oldest church to archaeological remains, here are the contenders for England’s oldest building.
The Bennets, the Bridgertons, and Now You: Assembly Rooms Past and Present
Regency romance has returned to our screens with the likes of Bridgerton and a flurry of Austen adaptions.
The Story of the Grave of the Unknown Warrior
The body of an unidentified British soldier was buried in Westminster Abbey on 11 November 1920.
Small Projects, Big Impact: How John Laing Influenced Our Everyday
The John Laing construction company are most famous for their landmark post-war projects such as Coventry Cathedral, the M1 motorway and Berkley Nuclear Power Station.
A Brief Introduction to Shopping Parades
Shopping parades are a familiar sight in urban areas across England.
How the Cold War Became Heritage
9 November 2019 marks the thirtieth anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall.