The History of Britain Magazine
Welcome to the History of Britain! The home nations share a varied and shared history unlike anywhere else, so we thought it only right to create a section dedicated to our mutual heritage.
World War One: Women at War
With more and more men away fighting in the field, a manpower crisis loomed. Vital jobs were filled by women, many going out to work for the first time in their lives…
Invaders! Angles, Saxons and Vikings
The Dark Ages was a time of great change when Britain was host to many peoples; Anglo-Saxons, Anglo-Danes, Norse, Cymru, Viking raiders and even Norman mercenaries…
World War 2 Timeline – 1939
Important events of 1939 and the start of the Second World War
Joseph Hansom and the Hansom Cab
Joseph Hansom invented the Hansom Safety Cab or Hansom Cab, but what is less well known is his work as a prolific architect. He also founded the magazine, The Builder.
Historic Birthdates in December
Famous people born throughout history in December, including John, King of England, brother of Richard the Lion Heart, and…
Historic Birthdates in September
Famous people born throughout history in September, including Lord Raglan, general who issued the ambiguous order that led to the disastrous Charge of the Light Brigade, and…
Roman Currency in Britain
The Romans were famous for introducing a uniform currency throughout their empire, meaning that coins that were accepted at Hadrian’s Wall would also have been accepted in Rome, Carthage and Athens!
Polish Pilots and the Battle of Britain
June 1940 – the darkest hour. France has fallen. Amongst the Polish military personnel who escape to Britain are around 8,500 pilots whose bravery and derring-do would help to turn the tide of war…
