British History Series
Philippa Lacey Brewell
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Did King John get the end he deserved?
British History Series
10/17/21 • 2 min
Matthew Paris, monk and chronicler, wrote the following about the death of King John; "Foul as it is, Hell itself is fouler for the presence of John". For a man who engendered feelings of hatred and disgust in his own lifetime and ever since, was his end fitting?
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The Titanic | Gareth Russell | 4-min of full interview
British History Series
03/16/21 • 3 min
Gareth Russell, award-winning author and historian, talks to me about the aftermath of the Titanic sinking.
Even in just this 4 minute snippet of the 1-hour interview, you will hear some myths busted and just what a harrowing experience it was to be a survivor and also about the press intrusion which happened immediately!
(Full Interview will be published to Patrons on Thursday 18th March 2021 - see below for details)
Gareth's book, 'The Ships of Dreams. The Sinking of the Titanic and the End of the Edwardian Era' is available in hardback, paperback, kindle and Audible versions from all good bookshops and online retailers.
You can follow Gareth on Twitter (@garethrussell1), Instagram (@_garethrussell) and Facebook (@garethrussellhistorian).
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🗓 Next month we have another fabulous historian joining us, Lesley Smith who will be telling us all about Mary, Queen of Scots and her incarceration at Tutbury Castle.
--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/british-history/messageField of Cloth of Gold, Coronations of Anne Boleyn, Elizabeth II, Duke of Windsor marries and more!
British History Series
06/07/20 • 8 min
This Week in British History is: ⛲️ 500 years since the Field of Cloth of Gold summit opens, 👑 Coronation of Anne Boleyn, 👑 Coronation of Elizabeth II, 🎩 Duke of Windsor marries Wallace Simpson, for whom he had abdicated the throne, 🗺 The D-Day landings mark the first day of Operation Overlord in World War II, 🚗 The Driving Test is introduced in the UK, 32 years after licensing and 🥃 the first written record of 'Scotch' Whiskey
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--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/british-history/messageRichard I, Titanic, The Beatles, Union Jack and Wordsworth | 6th - 12th April in British History
British History Series
04/12/20 • 10 min
This Week in British History - Presented by Philippa Lacey Brewell
6th - 12th April
🤴Richard I (Richard the Lionheart) dies,
⚓️RMS Titanic Sets Sail,
🎶The Beatles split,
🇬🇧First Union Jack is created in 1606
📜William Wordsworth is born and is created Poet Laureate (not in the same year 😂)
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⚔️⚔️⚔️⚔️⚔️ Further Reading and Watching
Richard Lionheart
(and all English monarchs from Boudicea to Elizabeth I) A History of the English Monarchy by Gareth Russell. Published by Made Global. https://www.historic-uk.com/HistoryUK/HistoryofEngland/Richard-Lionheart/ Titanic The Darksome Bounds of a Failing World: The Sinking of the Titanic and the End of the Edwardian Era by Gareth Russell. Published by Harper Collins and also available on Audible.
Wordsworth
http://www.baymoon.com/~ariadne/poets/poets.laureate.britain.htm#WilliamWordsworth https://poetrysociety.org.uk/education/poet-laureate-faqs/
Union Jack
Fox-Davies, Arthur Charles (1986) [1904]. The Art of Heraldry: An Encyclopædia of Armory. London: Bloomsbury Books. p. 399. ISBN 0-906223-34-2. https://www.oxfordinternationalenglish.com/why-is-the-united-kingdom-flag-called-the-union-jack/
A contested throne, iconic flights, the dawn of modern comms and the birth of Pennsylvania - this is This Week in British History: 2nd - 8th March
British History Series
03/08/20 • 12 min
Simon de Montfort and the First English Parliament - 20th January 1265
British History Series
01/21/21 • 6 min
Simon de Montfort and the First English Parliament which was held on 20th January 1265
Find out the story behind the first parliament and why it was not quite as first seems.
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Make a Donation Help me keep making content by making a donation - please go to https://www.paypal.me/britishhistorytours. You will receive a personal thank you from Philippa through the post.
--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/british-history/messageThursday Tea Time History Chat Live | 21 Oct 21
British History Series
10/21/21 • 65 min
Join me live to talk about my recent travels to Blenheim Palace, Ashmolean Museum and Oxford Castle and Prison, my most recent videos about King John and the Aberfan Disaster plus today's anniversaries!
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This podcast is free and will remain so.
Or join my Patreon club for exclusive content, perks, free gifts and more at www.Patreon.com/BritishHistory to support for as little as £3 a month.
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Black Tot Day - What and When is Black Tot Day?
British History Series
08/07/21 • 3 min
You can also watch this episode on YouTube.
This podcast is free and will remain so.
If you would like to help support my work and extra perks, you can join my Youtube channel for 99p
Or join my Patreon club for exclusive content, perks, free gifts and more at www.Patreon.com/BritishHistory to support for as little as £3 a month.
Support for Free by liking, commenting and sharing this podcast.
--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/british-history/messageGunpowder, Treason & Plot!
British History Series
11/05/21 • 5 min
What was the Gunpowder plot trying to achieve? What was the motivation and how was it foiled? - Find out in this episode.
You can also watch this episode on YouTube.
This podcast is free and will remain so but if you'd like to support me whilst also accessing exclusive content, perks, free gifts and more, you can join my Patreon club at www.Patreon.com/BritishHistory and support for as little as £3 a month. (Perks depend on tier selected).
Support for Free by liking, commenting and sharing this podcast.
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FAQ
How many episodes does British History Series have?
British History Series currently has 223 episodes available.
What topics does British History Series cover?
The podcast is about History and Podcasts.
What is the most popular episode on British History Series?
The episode title '**ANNOUNCEMENT** New History Series - This Week in British History' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on British History Series?
The average episode length on British History Series is 20 minutes.
How often are episodes of British History Series released?
Episodes of British History Series are typically released every 2 days, 19 hours.
When was the first episode of British History Series?
The first episode of British History Series was released on Jan 11, 2020.
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