History8 hrs agoLost document uncovers true story of 'hero' who led infamous revoltNew evidence has uncovered what happened next to a man who led a workers' revolt almost 200 years ago.8 hrs ago16 hrs agoA cranial organ allows sperm whales to sink shipsA survivor of the shipwreck that inspired the novel Moby Dick had a theory about how a sperm whale could destroy a vessel many times its size – 200 years later, he's been proved right.16 hrs ago20 hrs agoLibrary's first edition reveals Austen's early fansSeveral first editions were bought by the 2nd Marquess of Bath during the author's lifetime.20 hrs ago20 hrs agoDig to unearth the lost world of medieval leprosy Experts hope to uncover the Hospital of the Holy Innocents, in Lincoln, which dates from about 1100.20 hrs ago2 days agoOccupation-era road sign uncovered by decoratorsDecorators made the discovery while working on the property in Elm Grove, St Peter Port.2 days ago2 days agoYour guide to the Military History FestivalA free family fair and more than 50 talks are taking place across Hereford this week.2 days ago4 days agoMeet the team repairing a 5,000-year-old tombA team has been trekking to the top of County Armagh's highest mountain to repair its 5,000 year old passage tomb.4 days ago7 days agoSleep in another era along this 200-year-old canalThe C&O Canal was a thriving 19th-Century waterway, and a strategic asset during the Civil War. Today, its historic lockhouses offer overnight guests a unique way to relive US history.7 days ago7 days agoLeaky air traffic control tower in line for repairsVisitor safety and displays are being put at risk by water getting into the Dumfries Aviation Museum.7 days ago...
