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Thomas Becket, Henry II and Dover Castle
On 29 December 1170 Archbishop Thomas Becket of Canterbury was murdered in his cathedral by four of Henry II’s knights. Ten years later, Henry II embarked on a massive rebuilding of Dover Castle. How were his actions, and Becket’s murder, connected?
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Combining a royal castle and medieval cathedral within an Iron Age fortification, Old Sarum is one of the most historically significant sites in southern England.
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An Introduction to 20th-Century England
The 20th century saw two world wars catalyse enormous social change across the country, including dramatic enhancements in health and education. The motor car stormed through town and country, transforming both. Britain no longer ruled a third of the planet, though its multi-racial population reflected old imperial connections.
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History of Lincoln Medieval Bishops’ Palace
The medieval palace of the bishops of Lincoln was one of the finest and most important domestic buildings anywhere in medieval England.
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Britain was part of the Roman Empire for about four centuries. From the invasion under the emperor Claudius in AD 43 until rule from Rome ended in the early 5th century, Britain was an integral part of a political union that covered most of Europe.
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A Short Break in the West Midlands
A long weekend in the west midlands has a lot to offer, so we've put together this guide to the best things to see and do in the region.