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King John, Magna Carta and the First Barons' War
Video podcast series by History Hub, Royal Holloway, University of London
In this series of videos, produced by Royal Holloway, University of London, students and staff explore the history of King John's reign and the factors that led to the sealing of Magna Carta at Runnymede and the First Barons' War. In addition, this playlist also contains videos looking specifically at...
King John, Magna Carta and the First Barons' War
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Edward III's Reputation
Medieval British History
In this podcast Professor Mark Ormrod looks at how Edward III's reputation has changed over time. England becomes a European and World Power under Edward III.
Edward III's Reputation
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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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King John and Magna Carta
Podcast
In this podcast Professor Nicholas Vincent discusses the reign of King John, the origins of Magna Carta and its' significance.
King John and Magna Carta
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How did William I transform England and Wales?
Podcast
In this podcast Professor David Bates examines how William the Conquerer transformed England and Wales.
How did William I transform England and Wales?
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Norfolk & Norwich Branch Programme
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Norfolk and Norwich Branch Programme 2025
Branch Contact: norwichha@gmail.com
Venue: Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery, Castle Hill, Norwich, NR1 3JU
Events/Tours/Walks are currently charged at £5 per event or an annual regional membership fee of £15. (These fees will apply from September 2024–August 2025 and are subject to annual review.)
After...
Norfolk & Norwich Branch Programme
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Britain and Religion in the 20th Century
Podcast
In this podcast Dr Janice Holmes of the Open University examines how the UK's relationship with religion has changed in the 20th Century and the significance of this change.
Britain and Religion in the 20th Century
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Ancient British and Irish Pagan Religion
Podcast
In this podcast Professor Ronald Hutton of the University of Bristol looks at Ancient British and Irish Pagan Religion.
Ancient British and Irish Pagan Religion
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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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Immerse yourself in history
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Historical Association membership is an enjoyable way to learn and expand your history knowledge, take part in local and national events, gain access to expertise and meet others with a similar interest in history.
Membership includes a subscription to our quarterly magazine The Historian delivered directly to your door and access to the...
Immerse yourself in history
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19th Century Religious Movements
Podcast
In this podcast Dr Janice Holmes of the Open University looks at the significance of the religious movements in the 19th century in producing social and political change in the UK.
19th Century Religious Movements
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The Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms Period
Chinese History
The Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period, also called Five Dynasties, was an era of political upheaval in 10th-century imperial China. During this period, five states quickly succeeded one another in the Chinese Central Plain, while more than a dozen concurrent states were established elsewhere, mainly in south China.
Traditionally,...
The Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms Period
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Urban spaces near you: cross-curricular work
Lesson Resources
This material covers the following areas - see the page on each one:
History
Literacy
Art & Design
Science
Urban spaces such as parks and gardens offer a range of opportunities for children's learning. There children can investigate, observe, wonder, record and create.
Our urban spaces project presents ideas and...
Urban spaces near you: cross-curricular work
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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 Irish War of Independence and the Civil War
20th Century Irish History
In this podcast Dr Fearghal McGarry examines the Irish War of Independence and the Civil War.
The Irish War of Independence and the Civil War
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The Great War and the Easter Rising
20th Century Irish History
In this podcast Dr Fearghal McGarry of Queens University Belfast discusses the Easter Rising.
The Great War and the Easter Rising
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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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Secondary Committee biographies
Information
Find out more about the HA's committees here
Sally Burnham (committee chair)
Sally is a history teacher in a school in Lincolnshire and also works one day a week at the University of Nottingham on the History PGCE. Sally has been a Head of Department and is now a Lead...
Secondary Committee biographies
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The Catholic British Community 1800-present.
Podcast
In this podcast Michael Hodgetts examines the development of the British Catholic Community from 1800 to the present day.
The Catholic British Community 1800-present.
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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 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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Triumphs Show 182: A public lecture series
Teaching History feature
The history we present to students, however rigorous and challenging, and however full of integrity in eflecting history as a discipline, is a shiny show of our best resources. Peeling back this curtain and allowing students to see the real world of academic history was a major motivation in inviting some...
Triumphs Show 182: A public lecture series
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The Great Debate 2020: speeches
Should we judge historical figures by the morals of today?
Many things have been different this year – especially things that involve people coming together physically in one setting. That was certainly the case for our Great Debate competition. Fortunately, all of the regional heats had taken place across the UK before the first lockdown came into effect last spring,...
The Great Debate 2020: speeches
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The Cold War in the Middle East
Podcast
In this podcast Professor Charles Tripp of the the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), University of London looks at the impact of the Cold War on the Middle East.
The Cold War in the Middle East
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Your Primary CPD calendar Summer 2025
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We know that it's not easy for teachers to get out of school or have budgets to afford a plentiful supply of CPD. We know how essential your CPD is to you and that is why we have worked to provide a wide range of face to face, online learning...
Your Primary CPD calendar Summer 2025
