The First World War
This site from the Imperial War Museum is bursting with information, organised in a variety of different media, about the First World War.
Women at War
A site which looks at the role of women during the Second World War. Illustrated with photographs.
Scottish Parliament
Find out about visiting the Scottish Parliament, its history and how it works. If you want to know about Scottish Devolution then you should find what you are looking for here.
American History
Online encyclopedia on the history of the United States which includes narrative, illustrations and primary sources. A comprehensive site which includes sections such as political leaders and events, slavery, women's suffrage and much more.
The Victorian Period
Basic information about daily life in Victorian England and Wales. The site has outline details of Victorian personalities such as Queen Victoria, George Stephenson, Gladstone and Disraeli.
Roman Bath
Find out how the Romans enjoyed their baths. You can read how a replica Roman bath was built using original materials as far as possible. See if you can construct a working aqueduct online and the site also features Roman recipes.
Mysteries of the Nile
Explore Ancient Egypt through QuickTime movies and read about how archaeologists' attempts to raise an obelisk in an investigation to find out how the Egyptians went about this task.
Battle of Britain
Examine the background to the aerial conflict between British and German forces in the skies over the UK in 1940.
Bristol and Transatlantic Slavery Myths and Truths
A blog post about Bristol’s role in the transatlantic slave trade. It looks at the myths and truths behind this dark area of Bristol's history.
Captain Cook: Explorer, Navigator and Pioneer
The BBC have produced these pages which look at Captain Cook's exploration and his contribution in improving maritime conditions for sailors.
