The British Museum says it wants to celebrate ancient civilizations. Its permanent collection boasts pieces from ancient Egypt and Greece, among others. Greece’s prime minister would like some items returned to Athens. […]
The Anglo-Saxons had a rich culture after the fall of the Roman Empire. For several centuries, they lived in seven kingdoms in what is now the United Kingdom. Where did all of the Anglo-Saxons come from? […]
Alfred the Great saved England from being overrun by Vikings. He also set off a religious and cultural renaissance in England. His rule faced many setbacks in his first decade as king. […]
London’s history and grandeur rival any city on Earth. From the Tower of London to the haunts of Jack the Ripper, London is a storied metropolis for the ages. A Wondrium series enlightens viewers on England’s capital. […]
The River Thames is a beautiful landmark of England—but it wasn’t always. In fact, its notorious stench led to urban reforms and waste management solutions. This week on Wondrium Shorts, endure the Great Stink of 1858. […]
After James II left the country, the monarchy was not demolished. Instead, the crown was offered to William and Mary under certain conditions that would extremely limit their power. […]
James II, a Catholic king, had become the absolute power in England and people were tired of his rule. Help and support came in the form of Prince William of Orange, in Holland, who was married to James’s eldest daughter, Mary. […]
In 1660, monarchy was restored in England with Charles II on the throne. However, things didn’t go well after his death when James II, his brother and a Catholic, took over. […]
When Charles I started losing significantly against the parliamentarian forces, led by Olivier Cromwell, he decided to reach out for help to Ireland and other powers. This move wasn’t appreciated in England. […]
After Queen Elizabeth I died without an heir, fate would have it that James VI, the King of Scotland, became the new monarch and was called James I of England. And he had some strong convictions about his rights. […]
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