Europe
King Stephen I of England 1135-1154
Stephen seized the Crown of England, but was always looking over his shoulder and battling with Empress Matilda dn Geoffrey of Anjou, only finally reaching a compromise that was to cost his son dealry just before his death…Henry de Blois is Kingmaker and swings between the parties as brother of Stephen did the family links count for so little, what an intriguing family…
Read MoreKing Henry I Son of The Conqueror
Henry I 4th Son of William the Conqueror a lucky man to inherit the crown and creates the start of the rise of the Dukes of Anjou and Acquataine and the Plantagenents…
Read MoreEdward VI and Vagrancy Act 1547 Poor Laws
The Vagrancy Act 1547 was an uncaring response to a complicated social and economic situation after the death of King Henry VIII. The poor were penalized for a series of poor decisions by the Privy Council.
Read MoreWestminster Hall 1097
Westminster Hall, Westminster London, the oldest building in Parliament with the most stunning hammerbeam roof
Read MoreThe Gold State Coach
The Gold State coach, one of the most beautiful objects in the Royal household.
Read MoreRiver Thames and Waterloo Bridge
Waterloo Bridge described as one of the noblest crossings of the River Thames, designed by John Rennie
Read MoreLondon’s River, The River Thames
The River Thames, described as capturing all of Britains history in it’s waters, makes history again as the river upon which Queen Elizabeth II celebrates her Diamond Jubilee
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II Coronation 1953
Queen Elizabeth IICoronation 1953
Read MoreUnusual Occupations in The Royal Household
A look at some of the more esoteric occupations in the Royal Household, past and present.
Read MoreRoyal Household Staff List Released Online
Royal Household staff list released online
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