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British history
Centuries of conflict forged the largest empire
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Ancient history
The ancient world was a challenging place
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Family history
Take a fascinating journey into your past
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History for kids
Enter ancient worlds and meet famous people
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A-Z index
Your at-a-glance guide to BBC History Online
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World wars
In depth: The World Wars and the Cold War
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Historic figures
Biographies including Hitler and Elizabeth I
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On this day
Look back at significant days in history
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Family History
Take a fascinating journey into your family's past
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Mary Beard: Myths and Monsters
Artist's interpretations of Greek and Roman myths
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INLA pub bombing
Six civilians and 11 soldiers were killed in an INLA bombing 30 years ago
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Westminster Abbey
A collection of paintings showing the history of this iconic building
Programmes
BBC iPlayer-
Queen Victoria's Children
Queen Victoria and Prince Albert shared a passionate marriage
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Neil Armstrong
The story of the first man to set foot on the moon
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Watching Ourselves
Celebrating 60 years of television in Scotland
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In the Highest Tradition
1989 series which delves into the world of British military tradition
Things To Do
RUN BY THE BBC AND PARTNERS
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FRI 4 JAN
Hull at War
Yorkshire Heroes
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FRI 4 JAN
Behind the Scenes
Lotherton Hall
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FRI 4 JAN
Family Activity Area On Board HMS Warrior 1860
HMS Warrior 1860 at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard