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SINGH, Princess Sophia Duleep (1876–1948)
Princess Sophia Duleep Singh was a suffragette, Red Cross nurse, and critic of British rule in India. She uniquely straddled two worlds, using her royal connections to further the cause for women's suffrage. She is commemorated with a blue plaque at Faraday House, 37 Hampton Court Road, where her residence lasted over five decades.
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Past Lives: Seely and Paget at Eltham Palace
The partners behind the architectural practice that designed Stephen and Virginia Courtauld’s Art Deco mansion at Eltham Palace and Gardens
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Sound of 500 Cavalry horses recreated at Hadrian's Wall
The unique mechanical installation at Chesters Roman Fort in North Tyne is a first of its kind for English Heritage.
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Lost medieval carol recorded for new Battle Abbey exhibition
A long forgotten medieval carol has been discovered by English Heritage and recorded for a new exhibition at Battle Abbey
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DE GAULLE, General Charles (1890–1970)
General Charles de Gaulle led France’s government-in-exile during the Second World War and set up the headquarters of the Free French Forces at 4 Carlton Gardens. He later became the President of France.
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Uncover the ecclesiastical sites cared for by English Heritage that are open to pre-booked groups. We offer a discount to groups of 11 or more paying visitors.
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History of Harrows Scar Milecastle and Wall
A history of Harrows Scar Milecastle and Wall, where the original turf Wall running from Harrows Scar to Bowness on Solway was later replaced in stone.
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Members' Week recipes: Sugar plate
Cook up a taste of the past with these recipes from Dr Annie Gray and Kathy Hipperson's 'A Right Royal Street Party' Members' Week event.
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Two richly carved pieces of a 9th century 'Celtic' cross, with an inscription commemorating Dumgarth, British King of Dumnonia, who drowned in c. AD 875.
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Introduction to Victorian England
Queen Victoria ruled Britain for over 60 years. During this long reign, the country acquired unprecedented power and wealth. Many of the intellectual and cultural achievements of this period are still with us today.