In the age of Offa, a short-lived archbishopric at Lichfield (787–803) reflected the expansion and consolidation of Mercian rule, though later Canterbury sources recast it as a contentious and anomalous creation.
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Democracies vs. Authoritarian States
A never-so-timely comparison of Athens and Sparta explores whether political freedom can establish military superiority and determine the outcome of ideological conflict.
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What is the Blood Price?
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A never-so-timely comparison of Athens and Sparta explores whether political freedom can establish military superiority and determine the outcome of ideological conflict.
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How Did the Romans Respond to the Deaths of their Emperors?
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Secret Tentacles: The Broederbond and Die Broederskap
David Cairns
A secret society's tentacles stretched from South Africa to Australia.
1066 and the Battle for the Island Kingdom
Don Hollway
The Battle of Hastings was the culmination of decades of struggle for power.
Historians & Hollywood
Historians have been keen to give their opinions on the latest Napoleon movie.
London’s Pirates
Julie Walker
Julie Walker has brought to life two female pirates, and here she writes about London’s connection piracy.
A E W Mason & The Four Feathers
Alec Marsh wonders why we forget the author of a book that has been adapted six times.
Review: Oh What a Lovely War
Joan Littlewood's satire returns to the Southwark Playhouse.
Why did Japan attack Pearl Harbor?
Japan had no choice but to strike first against America.
Aspects of History Book of the Year: Conflict
Our Book of the Year is Conflict, by General David Petraeus and Andrew Roberts.
Film Review: Napoleon
Oliver Webb-Carter
The Ridley Scott blockbuster may be a historical car crash, but is it a good movie?
Six of the Best: Books on Napoleon
Oliver Webb-Carter
If you want to know the truth then you must read this selection of titles on Boney.
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