History Review

Richard Wilkinson exposes prejudice and myth in assessing the career of a key figure in modern French history.

John Matusiak referees the debate about the influence of Henry VIII’s son.

Peter Anderson identifies the groups, the grievances and the events which started the war.

Robert Pearce introduces one of the most important – and misunderstood – thinkers of the 19th century.

Russel Tarr demonstrates how today’s technology can enliven teaching and learning about the past.

A group of second-year students from Southampton University present the results of a collaborative research project.

Joshua Shotton defends a much-maligned statesman.

Orla Finnegan and Ian Cawood show that the reasons for Parnell’s fall in 1890 are not as straightforward as they may appear at first sight.

Robert Pearce outlines the extraordinary career of trade union leader-turned-politician J.H. Thomas.

Michael Lynch takes a fresh look at the key reform of 19th-century Russia – the end of Serfdom.