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 2 Timeline – 1942

Important events of 1942, including the battle of El Alamein in North Africa.

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Historic Birthdates in November

Famous people born throughout history in November, including Bernard Law Montgomery (of Alamein), British Field-Marshal of World War II, and…

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World War 1 Timeline – 1917

Important events of 1917 during the fourth and penultimate year of the First World War, including the Battle of Cambrai which saw a surprise tank attack by the British.

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The Llanelli Railway Riots

Read about the Llanelli railway riots of August 1911, during a period known as the Great Unrest.

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