A useful collection of images of toys from the Victoria and Albert museum if you are working on a topic related to toys or forces.The Battle of the Somme
Discover the stories about the longest and costliest battle in British history. Find out how the Battle was planned and fought, about the experiences of the people who were involved and about the battlefields today.Coal Mining and the Victorians
This feature looks at the lives of children working in coal mines in Victorian England. It includes extracts original sources which help to highlight the working conditions.Mary Seacole
Choose a game and find out about the life and work of Mary Seacole.Would you have survived the Titanic?
Interesting facts about the Titanic disaster from National Geographic Kids.British History
A wealth of material relevant to GCSE courses. The encyclopedia has 2000 entries each including a narrative, illustrations and primary sources.Trenches on the Web - An Internet History of The Great War
Comprehensive reference library about World War 1. A timeline, biographies of important figures, first hand accounts, photographs and details of major battles are some of the excellent features here.Vikings
Five learner guides and 16 class clip videos on the Vikings from the BBC.Sir Francis Drake
Who was Francis Drake? This daring Tudor seafarer was thought to be a hero by many, fearsome by some and reckless by others. This site from the Maritime Museum has a straightforward account of his exploits.British Famous People
Famous People looks at the life and times of Emmeline Pankhurst, Guy Fawkes and Mary Anning.