This week in history…
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Our weekly blog focuses mainly on the events that happened in Britain but there are a few international events covered.
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December 23rd - 29th
The Conqueror became the King this week in history. Find out about this and other events this week in history here…
November 4th - 10th
Remember, remember, the 5th of November, gunpowder, treason and plot….. learn more about this day and other events that happened this week in history.
February 13th - 19th
“Happy Valentine’s Day to you all! I doubt Captain Cook enjoyed that day in 1779 - read on to found out why!”
December 26th - January 1st
“Happy New Year everyone! Will you begin the new year like Samuel Pepys and start to keep a diary?…”