Henry VIII is one of the most famous kings of England, remembered for marrying six times and for breaking with the papacy in Rome and establishing the Church of England. A king of this magnitude surely enjoyed a regal burial and was laid to rest in a magnificent tomb? Think again, says Philippa Brewell...
What was the Korean War? Why did it start? And how many deaths have there been as a result of the conflict? Following its 70th anniversary this week, Professor Bruce Cumings gives his view on the history of the conflict and explains its significance today...
With at least 505 confirmed kills during the Winter War of 1939–40 between Finland and the Soviet Union, Simo Häyhä has been labelled the deadliest sniper in history. Here, Tapio Saarelainen shares his story, including how he achieved his nickname 'White Death'...
In the 19th century, an era of rapid social and political change – not to mention industrialisation – leaving everything behind to chase a dream proved sorely tempting. Pat Kinsella explores the major gold rushes of the 19th century for BBC History Revealed…
Looking for a summer read with a historical twist? We asked nine expert historians and authors to share with us their favourite historical novels. We'd love to know what your favourite is – tweet us @HistoryExtra or by posting on our Facebook page...
Which monastery did armed Viking raiders attack in AD 793? What caused Harald Bluetooth of Denmark to convert to Christianity? And which kingdom of Anglo-Saxon England was the only one to evade Viking occupation? Put your Norse knowledge to the test with these Vikings quiz questions...
On our latest podcasts: Julian Humphrys answers questions about significant British battlefields; Helen McCarthy considers how women in Britain have sought to balance the demands of work and childcare over the past century; and Grace Huxford describes the key events of the Korean War…
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