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Nixon & Watergate
A History of the United States
In this podcast Professor Iwan Morgan of University College London looks at President Nixon's first term in office, the Watergate Scandal and the significance of the scandal on American politics.
Nixon & Watergate
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Power, Protest and Music in the United States
A History of the United States
In this podcast Professor Brian Ward of Northumbria University discusses the role and significance of music in the American Civil Rights movement.
Power, Protest and Music in the United States
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Course: Supporting SEND pupils in your primary history lessons
HA CPD course for history subject leaders in mainstream schools
Book Now
(Registration is via Cademy which opens in a new window. Please read the HA CPD terms and conditions before registering)
Available dates
Autumn term: Friday 5 December, 9am - 2pm (online)
What does the course cover?
Do you struggle to engage your lower attaining or EAL pupils in their history lessons? Are you...
Course: Supporting SEND pupils in your primary history lessons
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Magna Carta today
Podcast
In this podcast Professor Justin Fisher discusses why Magna Carta is still significant today.
Magna Carta today
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After the Civil War: The Rise of an Economic Power
A History of the United States
In this podcasts Dr Christopher Phelps of the University of Nottingham discusses how did the United States developed into being the dominant economic power of the early 20th century.
After the Civil War: The Rise of an Economic Power
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The Crusades in the Iberian Peninsula
Podcast
The Iberian Crusades, often known as the Reconquista or the reconquest of al-Andalus, was the series of military campaigns that Christian kingdoms waged against the Muslim kingdoms following the Umayyad conquest of Hispania. The beginning of the Reconquista is traditionally dated to the Battle of Covadonga (circa 718 or 722), in which an Asturian army achieved the first Christian victory over the forces of the Umayyad Caliphate since...
The Crusades in the Iberian Peninsula
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Women and Gender in Medieval Islam
Podcast
In this podcast Dr Anna Chrysostomides of Queen Mary University of London discusses some of the current research on women and gender in medieval Islam, examines the changing role and status of women in the early years of Islam and looks at the lives of some of the key historical figures of...
Women and Gender in Medieval Islam
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An Introduction to Cuneiform
Podcast
In this podcast Professor Jacob Dahl of Wolfson College, University of Oxford, provides an introduction to the origins and significance of cuneiform. Cuneiform is the earliest known writing system (dating from c. 3500 BC to c. 100 AD) and represents a transformational turning point in the development of human civilisation.
An...
An Introduction to Cuneiform
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The United States in the 1920s
A History of the United States
In this podcast Professor Peter Fearon of the University of Leicester looks at the economic transformation of the United States in the years before the Wall Street Crash and the Great Depression.
The United States in the 1920s
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The Peninsular War
European History
In this podcast Professor Charles Esdaile of the University of Liverpool looks at the origins, development and significance of the Peninsular War.
The Peninsular War
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The French Revolution and the Terror
Podcasted history
In this podcast Professor David Andress of the University of Portsmouth looks at how the French Revolution developed and the emergence of the Terror.
The French Revolution and the Terror
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The Rift between the churches of Rome and Constantinople
The History of Christianity
This podcast looks at the relations between the Papacy and the Patriarchate of Constantinople - between Schism and Union.
The Rift between the churches of Rome and Constantinople
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The Origins of the French Revolution
The French Revolution
In this podcast Emeritus Professor William Doyle of the University of Bristol looks at the origins of the French Revolution.
The Origins of the French Revolution
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Hampstead & North West London Branch Programme
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All enquiries to Mandy Caller, mandycaller@gmail.com or telephone 07818 063594
All meetings are hybrid, and are held at 8pm on the third Thursday of the month September to April (excluding December) at Fellowship House, 136a Willifield Way, London NW11 6YD and simultaneously online via Zoom.
Please email Dr Dudley Miles...
Hampstead & North West London Branch Programme
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Native North Americans in Britain
Podcast
In this podcast Professor David Stirrup of the University of Kent looks at the relationship between the early English and British settlers and the Native North Americans they encountered. Professor Stirrup examines how this relationship and perceptions developed, the migration of Native Americans to Britain and provides insight on what...
Native North Americans in Britain
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The Great Schism
The History of Christianity
In this podcast Professor Robert Swanson of the University of Birmingham looks at the Great Schism, the split within the Catholic Church from 1378 to 1418.
The Great Schism
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The Language & Politics of the Indian Independence Movement
A History of Modern India
In this podcast Dr Pritipuspa Mishra of the University of Southampton discusses how the language and politics of the Indian Independence movement changed between 1847 and 1947.
The Language & Politics of the Indian Independence Movement
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New Interpretations of the Bible
The History of Christianity
In this podcast Professor Miri Rubin of Queen Mary University of London examines the impact of new translations of the bible into the vernacular and the printing press.
New Interpretations of the Bible
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The Scottish Wars of Independence
Scottish History
In this podcast Dr Michael Brown of the University of St Andrews looks at the origins of the Wars of Scottish Independence, how they developed and their significance.
The Scottish Wars of Independence
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Scottish Myths and Legends
Scottish History
In this podcast Dr Alex Woolf of the University of St Andrews discusses the Scottish myths and legends and some of the origins myths.
Scottish Myths and Legends
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The Vikings in Scotland
Scottish History podcast
In this short podcast Dr Alex Woolf of the University of St Andrews discusses the impact of the Vikings on Scotland.
The Vikings in Scotland
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The Ottoman impact on the development of Islam
A History of the Ottomans
In this podcast, Dr. Fred Anscombe explores changes in the religion of Islam through the period of the Ottoman Empire. He describes the different principles of Islam known as Sufism, Hanafi, and Sharia, and how they influenced the Ottomans.
The Ottoman impact on the development of Islam
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The Arrival of Christianity in Scotland
Scottish History
In this podcast Dr Alex Woolf of the University of St Andrews discusses the arrival and establishment of Christianity in Scotland.
The Arrival of Christianity in Scotland
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HA Annual Conference round-up 2023
Majestic Hotel, Harrogate, 12-13 May 2023
If you're interested in presenting in 2024, find details below.
HA Annual Conference 2023, Harrogate
We hope everyone who was able to attend Annual Conference 2023 in-person or online has now managed to catch breath – because it really was quite a whirlwind of talks, workshops, creativity, famous names and...
HA Annual Conference round-up 2023
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The Kingdom of Alba
Scottish History
In this set of podcast Dr Alex Woolf of the University of St. Andrews looks at the formation and early political development of Scotland.
The Kingdom of Alba
