The poignant tale of two British brothers, both RAF pilots, who lost their lives within hours of each other during the Battle of Britain. Discover their heroic legacy and the memorial that now honours their ultimate sacrifice.
Groundbreaking archaeological research reveals the Chinchorro people of Chile created the world's first mummies using sophisticated smoke-drying techniques a millennium before ancient Egyptians.
History podcast giants Dominic Sandbrook and Tom Holland are taking their chart-topping show, The Rest Is History, on an unprecedented live tour to Australia, selling out stadiums and redefining the power of historical storytelling.
The Guardian's 2025 league table unveils the best UK universities for studying History, with Cambridge retaining the top spot while London institutions dominate the upper ranks.
The Guardian's 2025 league table unveils the best UK universities for History of Art. Discover which institutions lead in teaching quality, student satisfaction, and graduate prospects in this prestigious field.
The Guardian's definitive 2025 league table ranks UK universities for Classics and Ancient History. Discover which institutions topped the chart for teaching quality, student satisfaction, and graduate prospects in this prestigious field.
In a dramatic pre-dawn operation, Palestinian archaeologists and volunteers successfully evacuated priceless antiquities from a Gaza City storehouse, saving them from destruction just hours before the building was levelled by an Israeli airstrike.
A startling new historical biography uncovers the dark and vengeful origins of the high heel, tracing it back to a plot by the 16th-century French Queen, Catherine de' Medici, driven by jealousy and a desire to humiliate her husband's mistress.
Exclusive: Unearthed 19th-century architectural plans by Perceval Parsons expose the colossal rail terminus that was never built, a forgotten rival to London's St Pancras.
Podcast giant Joe Rogan is left speechless by groundbreaking new research that claims to have finally identified the true location of the mythical city of Atlantis, rewriting ancient history.
Groundbreaking archaeological discovery in England reveals Romans pitted gladiators against bears and other exotic beasts in gruesome arena spectacles, rewriting the history of Britain under the Empire.
A newly authenticated 17th-century miniature portrait reveals compelling evidence of a close, possibly romantic relationship between William Shakespeare and his literary patron, the Earl of Southampton. Art experts and historians are re-evaluating the Bar
Historian Tracy Borman uncovers the shocking theft of a priceless crown from James I's treasury, a brazen heist that threatened the very legitimacy of the Stuart monarchy in her new book, 'The Stolen Crown'.
Exclusive look at the British Boxing Board of Control's 1960s ban on Smokin' Joe Frazier, a shocking decision rooted in politics that denied UK fans a legendary showdown.
The iconic Ferrari prancing horse emblem has a poignant and heroic origin story, born from a national tragedy and a mother's enduring love. Discover the First World War tale that led to the creation of a motoring legend.
A newly unearthed newspaper column from 1923 exposes remarkably progressive advice for men on marriage and relationships, proving that modern dating dilemmas are anything but new.
A stunning archaeological discovery in Israel's Jordan Valley has uncovered a 'flint blade factory' dating back to the early Biblical era. Experts reveal this site, active 3,000 years ago, produced deadly stone weapons potentially used by the Israelites,
The remarkable story of Grrlspot, a pop-up lesbian dance party that became a beacon of hope and defiance in the immediate, chaotic aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans.
A powerful new photographic archive surfaces, casting light on the resilience and overlooked narratives of Black communities across the UK during the 1930s economic collapse.
Archaeologists have made a breathtaking find on the Scottish Isle of Arran, unearthing a perfectly preserved Neolithic tomb dating back an astonishing 5,500 years. The ancient burial site, hidden for millennia, offers an unprecedented window into Scotland
New research uncovers the extraordinary story of thousands of Polish men forced into Nazi service who later defected to join Allied forces, a hidden chapter of WWII history finally coming to light.
Fitzroy Gardens' iconic Cooks' Cottage faces a controversial proposal to relocate to Victoria's parliament precinct as a gesture of Aboriginal reconciliation, sparking intense debate about historical preservation versus colonial legacy.
A startling archaeological discovery unfolds off the Kent coast as shifting sands unveil ancient stone crosses, offering a tantalising glimpse into a medieval world lost to the sea for centuries.
A stunning genealogical discovery reveals a modern author's direct lineage to the impoverished boy who inspired Charles Dickens' iconic character, Oliver Twist, rewriting a chapter of literary history.