#british-history

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London politics
fromianVisits
1 week ago

Exhibition tells the story of the slaves who fueled Britain's postal empire

The exhibition highlights the overlooked history of enslaved individuals working on Britain's postal ships despite the abolition of slavery.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Hereditary Lords speak out on prospect of leaving Parliament

The current Earl of Devon is facing potential removal from the House of Lords, a legacy of over 600 hereditary peers being reduced.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The North Road by Rob Cowen review the poetry and pain of Britain's backbone

The North Road symbolizes the historical and cultural richness of Britain, contrasting with the modern M1's uniformity.
Food & drink
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

The Spy Bar Takes Its Secrecy Seriously

The Spy Bar at Raffles London offers a unique, immersive cocktail experience in a historic setting, emphasizing the importance of being present.
Cars
fromstupidDOPE
1 month ago

King Charles III's 2010 Land Rover Defender 90 Hits the Market | stupidDOPE

A rare Land Rover Defender 90, connected to King Charles III, is now available for collectors, reflecting British automotive history and royal heritage.
London
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Incredible images reveal the secret sites that helped win WWII

Decoy bombing sites during WWII effectively protected British industrial targets by diverting Luftwaffe bombers, saving lives and infrastructure.
Digital life
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

A Grisly Discovery at a Bronze Age Mass Grave: The Victims Were Eaten, Too

The Charterhouse Warren site reveals evidence of a large-scale massacre and potential cannibalism in Bronze Age Britain.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Writing

Rachel had been ready to leave me if our IVF hadn't worked': writer Jack Thorne on how his family's fertility struggles inspired his new film

The groundbreaking work of Edwards, Steptoe, and Purdy led to the birth of the first IVF baby, impacting millions worldwide.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

British escaper's stolen Napoleonic uniform and journal go on display in London

Charles Hare's French uniform and manuscript narrating his escape from Napoleonic captivity are now on display, connecting personal history with military artifacts.
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Stalin drama could do with a purge of some clunky dialogue

The play "Vodka with Stalin" explores the impact of Stalinist purges on personal relationships through the lives of two young British idealists.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

The Siege by Ben Macintyre review enthralling account of the Iranian embassy hostage crisis

The Iranian embassy siege of 1980 dramatically elevated the SAS's global profile and remains a subject of intrigue and complexity.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
8 months ago
OMG science

New Ravenmaster is proud to have 'most important job in England' at Tower of London

Michael Chandler, the Ravenmaster, has developed a deep bond with the ravens he cares for at the Tower of London.
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