Louise Rodwell tells us about how the First World War was a watershed moment in British History, and talks about the huge cultural, social and political repercussions that were felt in its aftermath. This talk looks at war memorials and visual art pieces from directly after the First World War to explore the ways Britain dealt with the massive losses they had experienced, as well as the way they chose to remember their ‘lost generation’.
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The Essex Quaker's Wife: Mary Farmer
Julie Miller talks us through the life of Mary Farmer, a Quaker in the 18th century who did some incredible things, like being chased by Pirates!
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Lucky Looters and the Quest for Control
The formation of the Spanish Empire in the Americas can be seen as a remarkable feat, as against seemingly impossible odds a handful of soldiers conquered empires of thousands and took control of much of modern day of Latin America for Spain. But how accurate are the stories? And after the dust s...
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The Boer War and Its Legacy
The Second Boer (1898-1902) also known as the Anglo-Boer War or South Africa War was fought between the British Empire and the free Afrikaner states of the Transvaal Republic, and Orange Free State. In this talk, Ryan will outline the causes, chronology and outcomes of the conflict. Particular fo...
