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The Proceedings of the Old Bailey London 1674 to 1913
This is a fully searchable online edition of the largest body of texts detailing the lives of non-elite people ever published, containing accounts of over 100,000 criminal trials held at London's central criminal court from the 17th to...
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London Museums Hub: Exploring 20th Century London
Learn about 20th century London. View tales of London, take a monthly quiz, and explore important, exciting places in London. Be sure to click on Tales of London to experience London as a child.
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Hri Online: John Strype: Survey of the Cities of London and Westminster [1720]
Transcription and scanned images and maps from a landmark survey of Britain's capital city published in 1720, at the time when Britain was poised to become a great industrial power.
BBC
Bbc: History: London's Burning: The Great Fire
A detailed look at the Great London Fire of 1666 that destroyed 373 acres of the City. How did it start, what happened during the fire, and who was to blame? Archived.
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Historic Royal Palaces: Tower of London: Tower Torture
Describes three torture instruments on display at the Tower of London. Includes three downloadable factsheets on the history of torture at the Tower, famous people tortured there, and more information on the three instruments on display.
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Saint Paul's Cathedral: Cathedral History
The online home of Saint Paul's Cathedral has information on the building's architecture and history. Includes architectural diagrams of the cathedral's floor plan, its dome, and crypt; a timeline; interior and exterior photographs; and...
University of Groningen
American History: Outlines: Jamestown
The first of the British colonies to take hold in North America was Jamestown. On the basis of a charter which King James I granted to the Virginia (or London) company, a group of about 100 men set out for the Chesapeake Bay in 1607....
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London and Its Hinterlands: Life in London, 1674 1913
This site has the history of London from 1674-1913. Included in this history is a description of the city in 1775.
California Digital Library
The Jack London Story and the Beauty Ranch Interviews
This unique site offers biographical information about Jack London and interviews the grandson of London's step-sister, who now manages the ranch.
Natural History Museum
Natural History Museum (London): The Art of the First Fleet
A fascinating look at art showing the environment and wildlife that was done by artists who were in the First Fleet, the first group of settlers to come to Australia in 1787. The artworks have been arranged under four categories: Natural...
Henry J. Sage
Sage American History: Virginia: The London Company
Article on the development and practices of the London Company, including discussion on the economy and resources in 17th Century colonial America.
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London Grid for Learning: History of Computing: A Brave New World
This resource aims to teach the history of computing and the effect of landmark moments in computing history on today's world. Crosses different curriculum areas. Explanations of many of the world's significant computers were provided by...
University College London
University College London: Internet Resources on Albania
An online resource if you need information on Albania. Many links to history, economics, and government.
University College London
University College London: Internet Resources on Lithuania
An extensive site with a great amount of information on the country of Lithuania. Many links are available including history, government, and culture.
University College London
University College London: Internet Resources on Ukraine
Your one stop shop for information on the country of Ukraine! Use this site if you need information on the government, history, culture, and many other facts.
University College London
University College London: Internet Resources on Estonia
A great look at the country of Estonia. Make sure you stop here if you need information about Estonia's economy, history, and many other subjects.
University College London
University College London: Internet Resources on Bosnia and Herzegovina
Resources include links to information on government, history, culture, and much more. You must see this site if you are researching Bosnia-Herzegovina.
University College London
U. College London: Internet Resources on Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia
At this site there are many links to different subjects like elections, history, and culture on Macedonia.
University College London
University College London: Internet Resources on Bulgaria
All the resources you need can be accessed from this site about Bulgaria. Information on culture and society, history, and economics can be found here, along with many others.
University College London
University College London: Internet Resources on Hungary
A site from the SSEES Library that gives a complete overview of Hungary. Links include government and official information, election info, culture and society, and history. A great resource about Hungary.
University College London
University College London: Guide to Resources on Belarus
Everything you need to get on Belarus is right here! This resources has links to the history, economics, cities, and more.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Great Fire of London
[Free Registration/Login Required] A largely pictorial flipchart about the Great Fire of London which includes a cloze procedure exercise on the events that happened.
The History Cat
The History Cat: The London Blitz
Describes the events leading up to the onslaught of bombing against London, England, and what it was like for those who experienced it. Germany's attention only shifted when it began invading the USSR.
National Archives (UK)
What Happened in the Fire of London?
A great lesson plan on the use of primary documents focusing on the "Great Fire" in London, England which occurred in 1666. There are actual copies of such documents as maps, lists of people living on the street where the fire started...