The Reign of Richard II
This site from the BBC examines the personality of King Richard II and key events of his reign from 1377 to 1399.
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 Battle of the Somme
Discover the stories about the longest and costliest battle in British history. Find out how the Battle was planned and fought, about the experiences of the people who were involved and about the battlefields today.
Britain 1906 - 1918
An exhibition from the Public Record Office which includes original sources on welfare reforms, women and the vote and on war and change in Britain.
Sex, Lice and Chamber Pots in Pepys' London
If you want to know what people ate, drank and how they amused themselves at the time of Charles II you can find out here. The historical source is the diary of Samuel Pepys.
The World Factbook
Maps and statistical information on many different countries. It details the geography, economy, communications, people, government of the nations featured.
Home Front 1939 - 1945
A site from the National Archives Learning Curve which presents original documents to support information about aspects of the Second World War such as preparations for war, evacuation, women at war, spies and more. The interactive parts no longer work.
GCSE Bitesize Revision - History
If you are studying GCSE History, then stop by this site. It has excellent notes.
National Archives Education Service
A wonderful national archives online teaching resource structured to tie in with National Curriculum from Key Stages 2 to 5 and designed for teachers. It has a range of original sources including documents, film and sound recordings.
Learning Curve - Civil War
A unit designed for year 8 children about the Civil Wars in the seventeenth century. It features a range of historical sources from the National Archives which teachers can use to promote an enquiry based, stimulating approach to learning.
