Tag: British history
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The Death (and Rebirth) of the British Wildcat Strike
Finley Farrell explores why the wildcat strike declined in Britain during the Thatcher era, before discussing the recent revival of this form of protest.
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The King of Spin – How Alastair Campbell went from the Dragon of Downing Street to revered Centrist Dad
Sam Mackenzie follows the career of ‘spin doctor’ Alistair Campbell, exploring how he was able to change public perceptions towards him.
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What Time is it Mr Willett? The History of British Summer Time
Kate Taylor explores the origins and evolution of British Summer Time (BST).
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The art of travel in medieval England – dispelling the myth around medieval travel
Travel is often viewed as a modern phenomenon. Fleur O’Reilly wishes to counter this notion by exploring the various reasons, ranging from pilgrimages to trade, as to why medieval people of all social ranks travelled.
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Using Nick Hedges’ Photography to Challenge Narratives of Widespread British Affluence in the 1960s
Many historians deem the 1960s to be a decade of consumerism and affluence which affected the working class. Lauren Hood seeks to complicate this notion through analysing the striking photography of Nick Hedges, who captures the bleak reality for many working class Britons.
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Repatriating the Benin Bronzes: The Controversy Behind the British Museum
The repatriation of the Benin Bronzes, looted by the British in 1897, is crucial for restoring cultural heritage to Nigeria. Flora Gilchrist engages with this process, and why it should involve recognising the colonial history of these artifacts and fostering diplomatic efforts between the British Museum and Nigerian authorities.
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The Angevin Kings: How King John destroyed the Dynasty.
This feature examines the reigns of Henry II, Richard I, and John Lackland, as part of a broader conceptualisation of the so-called Angevin Empire. Poppy Williams highlights the decline of the Angevin Empire due to John’s mismanagement, conflicts, and the impact of the Magna Carta on monarchy power.
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Gluck – A Forgotten Queer Artist of the 1920s
Fleur O’Reilly explores the life and works of British queer artist Gluck, who defied gender expectations in both her personal life, but also in her original and distinct artworks.
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