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8 things you may not know about 1066
Everyone knows about 1066 and all that, right? Even if you know your Harold Godwinson from your Harald Hardrada, here are eight facts about that fateful year that might surprise you.
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Secrets of Richborough Roman amphitheatre revealed during excavation
A cavity in the arena wall at Richborough Roman amphitheatre in Kent, has been revealed to be a carcer, or cell for holding people and animals, English Heritage has revealed today (28 October).
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The Biggest Quiz in History – Round Two
Fancy yourself as a bit of an expert on British history trivia? Or are you hoping to brush up on your knowledge for the family Zoom quiz? Have a go at round two of The Biggest Quiz in History*
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Remembering Bobby Moore with a blue plaque
To mark the unveiling of a blue plaque honouring Bobby Moore in Barking, east London we’re exploring his life, legacy and *that* match from 1966.
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Three of our experts reveal the English Heritage properties that played their part in changing the course of English history, from military victories and technological breakthroughs to social shifts and political milestones
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Humphry Repton at Kenwood: A new vision for the landscape
Repton went on to become the last great landscape designer, but early in his career he worked on new innovations in gardening at Kenwood House, north London, transforming the landscape. His changes can still be seen today - but he didn't get his own way on everything...
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Why do we eat pancakes on pancake day?
Pancake Day, or Shrove Tuesday, is on 13 Februrary in 2018. We asked Sam Bilton about the history of the celebration. She’s also found an 18th-century recipe for a kind of pancake pie for you to try at home – the ultimate Shrove Tuesday treat.
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Largest Ever Replica of a Pre-Historic Building at Stonehenge
We have unveiled a brand-new reconstruction of a 4,500-year-old Neolithic building at Stonehenge. Visitors can experience the 7m-high hall this summer.
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We asked Findmypast’s genealogy experts to search their military records: this is Sergeant John Robert McMellon’s story.