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.
Francis Bacon
Born on 22nd January 1561, Francis Bacon was an influential figure: philosopher, parliamentarian and pioneer in scientific methodology. It has also been suggested that he may have written some of Shakespeare’s plays…
The Hundred Years War – The Lancastrian Phase
The Lancastrian Phase of the Hundred Years War was the third and final phase, from 1415 when King Henry V of England invaded Normandy, to the Battle of Castillon in1453 where the commander John Talbot, the Earl of Shrewsbury fatally led his men into…
A Tudor Christmas
The twelve days of Christmas would have been a most welcome break for the workers on the land, which in Tudor times would have been the majority of the people. All work, except for looking after the animals, would stop, restarting again on…
A Victorian Christmas
Christmas trees, carol singers, Christmas cards, Father Christmas and crackers – integral parts of a traditional Christmas, but why? The Victorians…
The Hundred Years War – The Caroline Phase
Nine years after the truce between France and England was cemented by the Treaty of Brétigny, hostilities broke out when the new French King on the throne, Charles V declared war. This second phase of the Hundred Years War became known as the Caroline War…
Boy, Prince Rupert’s Dog
Boy was a white hunting poodle belonging to Prince Rupert of the Rhine during the English Civil War. Devoted to his master and considered a mascot, Boy accompanied the Prince everywhere, even onto the battlefield at Marston Moor…
The Huguenots – England’s First Refugees
In France during the 16th and 17th centuries the Huguenots were a group of Protestants who followed the teachings of theologian John Calvin. Following persecution in France they fled throughout Europe and beyond:, many came to England…
