History in the News

The long way round

When faced with an obstacle as imposing as the Great

Snapshots

Pilots from No 303 (Polish) Squadron return from a skirmish

Time Piece

A look at everyday objects from the past

History in Colour

Colourised photographs that bring the past to life

Your History

The presenter and author explains why the Trojan Horse may have been good for the Romans, and his choice for (not exactly) unsung hero

Yesterday’s Papers

Another timeless front page from the archives

This Month In... 1936

Anniversaries that have made history

Time Capsule: 1788

Snapshots of the world from one year in the past

Graphic History

Ancient Rome's sporting heroes fought for glory, freedom and the roar and the of the mob

Genghis Khan

From being rejected by his clan as a boy and having to claw his way to power, the Mongol leader came to believe he was destined to conquer the world. He all but succeeded, writes Spencer Day

Thomas Becket: Murder in the Cathedral

He was a friend and a thorn to Henry II, man of the state and then of the Church, heroic martyr and then reviled traitor. Emma Wells uncovers the contradictions of this most turbulent priest

Their Name Liveth for Evermore

World War I forever changed not only how wars were fought, but how nations honour their fallen soldiers. As Gavin Mortimer explores, this was down to one man who wanted to ensure that the dead would never be forgotten

In Pics: Marilyn Monroe

One of Hollywood’s greats, Marilyn Monroe yearned to be seen as more than the ‘dumb blonde’ she often played

The American Revolutionary War

What began as a tax dispute between Britain and its 13 North American colonies rapidly blossomed into an eight-year war that involved all the major European powers and led to the formation of the United States. Jonny Wilkes guides us through this era-defining conflict in five key moments

Ask the Experts

During the construction of the Empire State Building, there were

What’s On

A guide to what’s happening in the world of history over the coming weeks

Britain’s Treasures

Shaped over millions of years, the natural beauty of Britain’s largest gorge is clear – but there are secrets of human history lurking here too, under the surface

Books

This month’s best historical reads

Postcards from the Past

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Letters

Get in touch – share your opinions on history and our magazine

Photo Finish

On 4 April 1968, Martin Luther King Jr was shot