Professor suggests graves at Sutton Hoo belonged to British men who fought for Byzantine Empire
Helen Gittos, a professor of medieval history at Oxford University, in the U.K., has developed a new theory regarding the ...
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An Unlikely Army of Militia and Pirates Shocked the World by Defeating the British Army at the Battle of New Orleans
Forces commanded by Andrew Jackson fought the British in the Louisiana port city in the last standoff of the War of 1812 ...
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9 Largest Empires in History, Is the British Empire Included?
Explore the largest empires in history which not only changed the political and cultural landscape of their eras but also ...
Sutton Hoo burials may have been British soldiers who fought in Byzantine army
For years, it was believed that royals could have been buried at the famous site - but a leading academic has another theory ...
Professional Excellence: Wm. Roger Louis’ Expertise in British Studies
Establishing more than 50 years of professional excellence, Wm. Roger Louis is an internationally known scholar in British ...
The Tumultuous History Behind Caribbean Rum Punches
When you look at a bowl of rum punch, you likely aren't imagining complex historical events swirling among the mint and fruit ...
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Stephen Fry Knighted, Carey Mulligan and Sarah Lancashire Made Commanders of British Empire in U.K. New Year Honors List
Stephen Fry has been knighted in the U.K.’s annual New Year Honors list, while Carey Mulligan and Sarah Lancashire have been named commanders of the British Empire. Each year, the reigning ...
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Stephen Fry knighted, other British Jews honored by king
Comedian and presenter named in King's New Years Honour List for his work at mental health charity; others get awards for ...
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Professor Ijeoma Uchegbu Honoured as Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire
Professor Ijeoma Uchegbu has been honoured as Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire for her outstanding ...