Doing history: Exploring behind the scenes in the corridors of power

Historian feature

By Steve Illingworth, published 6th August 2026

Visiting The National Archives

As the official repository for records of government of England, Wales and the UK, The National Archives at Kew offers so many opportunities for revelationary research. In this article, Steve Illingworth shows how documents in this treasure trove provide new insights on activities and debates behind closed doors...

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