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History

Find fascinating history facts from around the globe, from ancient civilisations like Ancient Egypt and incredible kingdoms to lost cities and gruesome legends — perfect for young historians like you!

Discover bloody battles, mighty monarchs and fierce warriors and uncover incredible (and often horrible!) history facts that will wow your friends and family.

Learn about awe-inspiring characters from our past, such as Queen Victoria and Henry VIII, life-changing world events like World War I and II, brush up on Britain’s rich and often bloody past and much, much more.

Ready for a time-travelling adventure, gang? Click about below to start your journey!

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General History

10 facts about World War 2

Learn about this hugely important event in British history…
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10 facts about the Olympics!

Learn all about this extraordinary international sporting event!
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APRIL FOOLS’ PRANKS

Celebrate 1 April with these top tricks – and find out some cool facts, too!
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    Who is the longest-reigning British monarch?
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10 facts about Ancient Egypt!

Discover the secrets of this ancient civilisation…
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10 facts about Ancient Greece

Learn all about this super-cool civilisation!

Did you know?

Earth has been recycling water for over 4 billion years! That means we drink the same water as woolly mammoths, the first humans and King Tut.

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The Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Greece!

Meet the gods and goddesses of Ancient Greece!
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The life of Rosa Parks

Learn about this remarkable civil rights activist…
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15 top William Shakespeare facts!

Learn all about William Shakespeare, the world-famous playwright and poet…
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Twenty top Titanic facts

Discover the fate of this infamous ship…
Monarchy

The six wives of King Henry VIII

Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived!
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