“A vision of Britain between 1801 and 2001. Including maps, statistical trends and historical descriptions.”
Gives the history behind first names from England, Ireland, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Iran, Turkey, India, some parts of Africa, and a number of other countries. Also covers Arabic names, biblical names, and mythological names.
'... focuses on [British] women's experiences of war in the twentieth century,' covering topics pre-1914, during World War I and World War II, and post-1945. Includes images and activities related to themes such as 'A woman's place is in the home' and 'War babes: stereotypes, pin-ups and prejudice.'. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
High quality directory maintained by an expert in the field. Covers African archaeology, archaeology and prehistory, European archaeology, and United Kingdom archaeology.
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Provides info on country's history, geography, business, culture, and government.
This illustrated feature provides a history of the Channel Tunnel, the train tunnel connecting France and Britain under the English Channel, officially opened in 1994. Features photos, images, and diagrams of the tunnel.. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
An overview of the country's political history, statistics, leader profiles, and more. Click on the Timeline link on the right side of the page for a chronology of events.. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
Discussion of a study that concludes 'medication laced with arsenic may have contributed [ George's] mental problems.' Previously scientists suggested George III's poor physical health and episodes of mental instability 'were caused by porphyria -- a rare inherited blood disorder.' (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
Discusses British monarchs since 1603, when the English and Scottish crowns were united. Include profiles of the Stuarts (such as James I), the Hanoverians (such as George III and Victoria), Saxe-Coburg-Gotha (Edward VII), and the current House of Windsor.. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
What did London look like before and after the Great Fire in [September] 1666? View the animation ... to see etchings o.f the London skyline made before and after the event.' Highlights landmarks such as Fleet Street, St. Paul's Cathedral, London Bridge, and the Tower of London. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
Audio and video clips present worldwide historical events. Browse events by date, year (1950 to present). (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
Genealogical tables for European royalty, and more.. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
Light-hearted information for tourists about the unspoken rules that apply when visiting a pub (short for 'public house') in Britain. Topics covered include the basics, choosing a pub, pub talk, and pub games. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
'In September 1666, much of London vanished in the Great Fire. This website tells the story of the fire -- and its legacy -- and shows how its devastation spread.' Includes information about the effects of the fire on London landmarks, questions and answers about the fire, images, essays, and more.. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
Search records from over 100,000 criminal trials, with 22,000 from 1714-1759. Has historical background on the era's legal issues, architectural history, and minority communities of London (gypsies, homosexuals, Jews, and others). Has tips for teachers, and a glossary.
