Written by Ben Robertson In the 21st century its important to remember and remind those of the generations whose exposure to World War 2 and D-day are limited to games such as “Call of Duty“ and films such as “Saving Private Ryan” and “The Longest Day” about the realities of war. Whilst there are famous images… Read More Blood on the beaches: The Royal Army Medical Corps, D-Day 6th June 1944
Written by Charis Gambon Victory in Europe day, or VE day as it is commonly referred to is celebrated on 8th May and has been every year since 1945. 8th May 1945 was the day that the German army laid down their weapons in Europe and ceased fighting against the allied forces. VE day brought… Read More Victory in Europe Day
Written by Michaela Makusha Victors, mainly consisting of men, write history. Because of this, women have gone both under-represented and misrepresented. They are either subordinate pawns or go above their station for acting as their male counterparts. An example of such would be Lucrezia Borgia. Who were The Borgia? The Borgia were a Spanish-Italian dynasty… Read More Lucrezia Borgia – the Scandal of Rome?
Written by Orla Coleman This is a topic that has always interested me. I have researched it to a great extent and am particularly interested in it. Throughout the time period 1450-1499, it is thought that women didn’t have much influence. However, there are some examples that in fact show different. I will start a… Read More Women’s political influence during the Wars of the Roses
A Little Insight 