History Today

Denise Silvester-Carr looks at Art Deco places of interest in Britain.

Dave Wright and Nicholas Hill explain the failure of Britain’s post-war attempts to join the space race.

Richard Cavendish describes the maiden flight of the world's first jet-propelled airliner, on July 27th 1949.

Account of the life of the socialite Marguerite Blessington.

Christabel Gurney describes the origins of the British movement to oppose apartheid.

Performed on 19 June 1899 at the St James's Hall in Piccadilly.

Obituary of the late Art and Production Editor of History Today

Akhbar Ahmed argues that the rise of Muslim fundamentalists means that Islamic leaders face a choice between moderation or militancy.

J.S. Hamilton weighs the evidence and concludes that Edward II and his notorious favourite were more than just good friends.