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Richard II and the Peasants' Revolt
Medieval British History
In this podcast Dr James Davis of Queens University Belfast discusses the reign of Richard II and the origins and significance of the Peasants' Revolt.
Richard II and the Peasants' Revolt
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Britain & Ireland 10,000 - 4,200 BC
Podcast
In this podcast Professor Richard Bradley of the University of Reading looks at prehistoric Britain and Ireland in the years 10,000 - 4,200 BC.
Britain & Ireland 10,000 - 4,200 BC
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The Cuban Missile Crisis
Podcast
In this podcast Professor Mark White of Queen Mary, University of London discusses the Cuban Missile Crisis.
The Cuban Missile Crisis
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Detente - The Cold War
Podcast
What brought about the era of detente between the Superpowers in the 1970s? In this podcast Dr Alex Pravda of St Antony's College, University of Oxford the impact and significance of the Policy of Detente.
Detente - The Cold War
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The Korean War
Podcast
In this podcast Dr Michael Shin of the University of Cambridge examines the impact and significance of the Korean War.
The Korean War
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Britain & Ireland 1500 - 800 BC
Podcast
In this podcast Professor Richard Bradley of the University of Reading looks at prehistoric Britain and Ireland in the years 1500 - 800 BC.
Britain & Ireland 1500 - 800 BC
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Britain & Ireland 800 - 60 BC
Podcast
In this podcast Professor Richard Bradley of the University of Reading looks at prehistoric Britain and Ireland in the years 800 - 60 BC.
Britain & Ireland 800 - 60 BC
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Britain & Ireland 3000 - 1500 BC
Podcast
In this podcast Professor Richard Bradley of the University of Reading looks at prehistoric Britain and Ireland in the years 3000 - 1500 BC.
Britain & Ireland 3000 - 1500 BC
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Britain & Ireland 4,200 - 3000 BC
Podcast
In this podcast Professor Richard Bradley of the University of Reading looks at prehistoric Britain and Ireland in the years 4,200 - 3000 BC.
Britain & Ireland 4,200 - 3000 BC
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Centenary of the Treaty of Versailles 1919
1st July 2019
The end of June 2019 marked the centenary of the formal ending of the First World War. 11 November 1918 was only the Armistice – it needed a peace treaty to truly end the war. The Treaty of Versailles between the Allies and Germany was signed on 28 June 1919:...
Centenary of the Treaty of Versailles 1919
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University Transition Hub
Resources to support the transition to university
Dear student
We know that, in these uncertain times, you may be feeling unsure or anxious about what your transition to study history at university holds for you – especially given that you have not been able to visit the history department or have face-to-face contact with those who will...
University Transition Hub
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Henry VII - decreasing the power of the Nobility
Medieval British History
In this podcast Dr Sean Cunnigham examines how did Henry VII decreased the power of the nobility whilst simultaneously increasing the power of the monarchy.
Henry VII - decreasing the power of the Nobility
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Henry VII: Legitimizing his throne
Medieval British History
In this podcast Dr Sean Cunningham of the National Archives looks at how Henry VII legitimized and secured his seat on the throne after the War of the Roses.
Henry VII: Legitimizing his throne
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The USSR and Eastern Europe
Podcast
In this podcast Dr Elena Hore of the University of Essex looks at the relationship between the USSR and Eastern Europe during the Cold War.
The USSR and Eastern Europe
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The Irish Famine
19th Century Irish History
In this podcast Professor Peter Gray examines the impact and significance of the Irish Famine and looks at why it was so devastating.
The Irish Famine
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The Fall of the Western Roman Empire
Ancient European History
In this podcasts Professor Peter Heather of King's College London duscusses the division of the Roman Empire and the fall of the Western Roman Empire.
The fall of the Western Roman Empire, was the loss of central political control in the Western Roman Empire, a process in which the Empire failed to...
The Fall of the Western Roman Empire
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Ideology and the Cold War
Podcast
In this podcast from 2013, Dr Elena Hore of the University of Essex discusses the ideological origins of the Cold War.
Ideology and the Cold War
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The End of the Cold War
Podcast
Why did the Cold War come to an end in the 1980s? In this podcast Dr Alex Pravda of St Antony's College, University of Oxford discusses the End of the Cold War.
The End of the Cold War
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Edward III: Foreign Relations and the Hundred Years War
Medieval British History
In this podcast Professor Mark Ormrod discusses the impact of Edward III reign on foreign relations, relations between England and Scotland and the origins of the Hundred Years War.
Edward III: Foreign Relations and the Hundred Years War
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What was Nazi ideology?
20th Century German History
In this podcast Professor Benjamin Ziemann of the University of Sheffield looks at Nazi ideology.
What was Nazi ideology?
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The Indus Valley Civilisation (3300BC to 1300BC)
Ancient World History
In this set of podcasts Dr Mark Manuel of the University of Durham looks at the Indus Valley Civilisation.
The Indus Valley Civilisation, also known as the Indus Civilisation or the Harappan Civilisation was a Bronze Age civilisation in the northwestern regions of South Asia, lasting from 3300 BCE to 1300 BCE, and in its mature form 2600 BCE to 1900 BCE. Together with ancient...
The Indus Valley Civilisation (3300BC to 1300BC)
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Edward I: Relations between England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland
Medieval British History
In this podcast Dr Philip Morgan of Keele University examines the significance of the reign of Edward I and relations between England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland.
Edward I: Relations between England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland
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Modern Russia
Selected Articles and Publications
A selection of useful articles on modern Russia and the USSR:
1. Alexander II: Emancipation and Reform in Russia 1855-1881
The ‘great reforms' of Tsar Alexander II (1855-81) are generally recognised as the most significant events in modern Russian history between the reign of Peter the Great and the revolutions...
Modern Russia
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Archives
Briefing Pack
1. Local Archives
Local Archives Offices contain an enormous amount of information including Census records, newspapers and property records. They are a useful point of call when either verifying information found on the internet or conducting deeper research beyond what is available on the main sources of family history such...
Archives
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Modern British Jewish History
Podcast
In this podcast Paula Kitching looks at the history of the British Jewish Community from 1800.
Modern British Jewish History
