The History of England Magazine
Every month we present new feature articles relating to the history of this green and pleasant land. From ancient battlefields to famous people, hangings to national celebrations, we’ve got something to interest everyone.
You may also be interested in our History of Britain section covering the period from the Act of Union during Queen Anne‘s reign to the modern day.
Treaty of Windsor 1386
On 9th May 1386 the diplomatic alliance between Portugal and England was ratified by the Treaty of Windsor. The oldest peace treaty in Europe was finalised through the marriage of King John I of Portugal to Philippa of Lancaster. This historic relationship, cemented in 1386, perseveres to this day…
Philippa of Lancaster
Queen Consort of Portugal and sister of King Henry IV of England, Philippa of Lancaster was a remarkable woman…
The Levellers
A political movement during the English Civil War, the Levellers campaigned for equality, religious tolerance, suffrage and sovereignty…
Pandemics and The British Monarchy
Pandemics transcend international borders and everyone, regardless of wealth, power or status, is at risk. And that includes the monarchy…
Aelfthryth, England’s First Queen
England’s first crowned and anointed queen, Ælfthryth (Elfrida) is perhaps better known for her alleged complicity in the murder of her stepson, Edward the Martyr…
The Field of the Cloth of Gold
In June 1520, just outside Calais, a huge festival of 18 days of jousting, wrestling, archery and other grand entertainments was held to cement friendly and peaceful relations between France and England…
Warwick the Kingmaker
Why was Richard Neville, Earl of Warwick, known as Warwick the Kingmaker?
Sir Thomas More
Sir Thomas More: lawyer, philosopher, writer and statesman, Lord High Chancellor of England and advisor to King Henry VIII…
