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The Turmoil and Struggles of Ukraine’s Past: Wars, Genocide, and Resistance against the Nazis

Touching on key events, this brief overview explores the history of Ukraine, including its formation under Kievan Rus’, attacks by the Mongols, the emergence of a kingdom centered on Moscow, and the subsequent expansion of the Tsarist empire. Learn about the various conflicts and divisions Ukraine experienced, such as during World War I, the Russian… Read More »The Turmoil and Struggles of Ukraine’s Past: Wars, Genocide, and Resistance against the Nazis

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Listen To Your Microbes: A Story of Connection, Collaboration and Creation!

Guest post by Laura Gowers, co-author of Listen to Your Microbes | 7 min read Most of life on Earth is invisible! We are, in fact, living in a microbial world, surrounded by trillions of microscopic creatures. They are all around us, in the air we breathe, the water we drink; they are in us… Read More »Listen To Your Microbes: A Story of Connection, Collaboration and Creation!

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Inside Anglo-Saxon Church Architecture and Stone Sculpture

Calling all Anglo-Saxon architecture admirers: want to know what to expect when checking out churches and studying sculpture? Enjoy top tips and insights, as well a sneak peek between the covers of Anglo-Saxon Church Architecture and Stone Sculpture with this blog. By Guy Points | 4 min read Anglo-Saxon Church Architecture and Stone Sculpture provides… Read More »Inside Anglo-Saxon Church Architecture and Stone Sculpture

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A Conversation with Richard Osgood

We were recently fortunate enough to sit down for a conversation with Richard Osgood, author of Broken Pots, Mending Lives, which tells the story of Operation Nightingale, the groundbreaking wellbeing initiative using archaeology to help veterans on their journeys to recovery. Scroll down to discover what led Richard to become an archaeologist, learn more about… Read More »A Conversation with Richard Osgood

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Beyond the Epitaph: 6 Intriguing Facts About Britain’s Forgotten War

At the British 2nd Division War Cemetery located in Kohima, India, there is a stone memorial with an inscribed epitaph that states, ‘When you go home, tell them of us and say, for your tomorrow, we gave our today.’ Unfortunately, these poignant words have largely gone unheeded. Despite the fact that the British Empire and… Read More »Beyond the Epitaph: 6 Intriguing Facts About Britain’s Forgotten War

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Verse Voyage: 10 Poetic Picks to Celebrate #NationalPoetryDay

The first Thursday of October is Forward Arts Foundation’s #NationalPoetryDay! NPD was founded to foster a love of language and acknowledge the value of verse in our society, whether it be for self-expression, cultivating understanding and connection, or simply for the sake of lavish lyricism. Since we’re not full-time rhymers, we’ve decided to mark the… Read More »Verse Voyage: 10 Poetic Picks to Celebrate #NationalPoetryDay

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Mapping out Viking Place-names in East Anglia: Looking for Patterns of Settlement and Migration

What’s in a name? Discover what the Scandinavian-influenced place names of East Anglia can reveal about Viking migration in the region with this blog, in which David Boulton charts out his course from his fascination with cartography as a child, to studying Viking settlement in his homeland of East Anglia. By David Boulton, author of… Read More »Mapping out Viking Place-names in East Anglia: Looking for Patterns of Settlement and Migration

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From Ashes to Victory: The British Empire’s Epic Struggle Against Imperial Japan

In the annals of history, there are moments that shine brighter than the rest, illuminating the indomitable spirit of those who faced the darkest of days. This is a testament to the resilience and unity of the British Empire and Commonwealth during a challenging period, offering an inspiring narrative of triumph over adversity. By Brian… Read More »From Ashes to Victory: The British Empire’s Epic Struggle Against Imperial Japan

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A Battle Lost – or Won? Commemorating the Last Battle Between the Independent Kingdoms of Scotland and England

Today (10th September) marks the anniversary of The Battle of Pinkie, the last military altercation between Scotland and England as independent nations. However, despite the significance of this clash, it has largely slipped from popular consciousness. Strengthen your knowledge of this historic confrontation with this blog, in which David Caldwell explains why the battle deserves… Read More »A Battle Lost – or Won? Commemorating the Last Battle Between the Independent Kingdoms of Scotland and England

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