History Today

The Japanese ruler was laid to rest on February 24th, 1989.

The playwright was baptised on February 26th, 1564.

Having conquered England, the Viking king died after a fall from his horse on February 3rd, 1014.

Adopting the guise of a man was a path to influence for medieval women. It could be a dangerous one, too.

The elites of ancient Rome transformed the nature of hunting.

As interest in the Protector grows, the axe hangs over his former school.

Studying the 17th century reveals a lot about modern conceptions of toleration.

On March 8th, 1894, Lord Rosebery took office as Prime Minister. John Raymond describes his fifteen difficult months in power.

The first English ship reached Japan in 1613. Michael Cooper describes how the Chief Factor of the East India Company recorded some reminiscences.

Barrington’s admiration for the humanity, wit and decisiveness of his chief are affectionately apparent in this portrait of the great Whig Prime Minister at the height of his powers.