Augustus Down the Centuries
'History is a reinterpretation of the past which leads to conclusions about the present' wrote Arnaldo Momigliano. Taking that lead, John M. Carter explores the posthumous images of the Roman emperor, Augustus.
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Britain and the Origins of the First World War
David French presents an overview of the historiography on the subject.
The Rise of the Nazis
Fifty years ago this month, Adolf Hitler was appointed Reich Chancellor of Germany by the aging President Hindenburg. How were the Nazis able to 'seize power' in this way? Jeremy Noakes begins our special feature by explaining their success.
The Personal Memoirs of Ulysses S. Grant
In the last days of his life, explains William S. McFeely, Ulysses S. Grant, Civil War General and twice President of the United States, sat on the porch of his home at Mount McGregor writing the story of his life.
Welsh and English Princes of Wales
In this article, the complex relationship between England and the Principality is reflected, as D. Huw Owen traces the claimants of this title from 1245 to 1490, when Henry VII's son, Arthur, was proclaimed Prince of Wales.
1000 Years of Polish History
Norman Davis explains how Poland's geography has been the villain of her history.
From Feud to Faction: English Politics 1450-1550
David Starkey looks at the early Tudor period.
A Union Broken? Restoration Politics in Scotland
Was power really devolved to Scotland in 1660, asks John Patrick, when the restoration of Charles II led to the recreation of separate Scottish institutions?
Poland's Dream of Past Glory
Norman Davies finds that Poland is a repository of ideas and values which can outlast any number of military and political catastrophies.
The Indian National Congress
The British like to think they created modern India, but the firm foundation of the Indian state and the growth of a powerful Indian national identity is no less the achievement of the Indian Congress Party, a fact reflected in the similarities between the Congress flag before independence and the flag of the Republic of India.