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June Blog: 75th Anniversary of Korean War
Korean War memorial in Washington June 25th marks the 75th anniversary of the start of the Korean War. This conflict is known as ‘the forgotten war’ - it was overshadowed by the Second World War which...
May Blog: Anniversaries and competing narratives
8th May is the Anniversary of ‘Victory in Europe’ Day - the day which 80 years ago brought an end to nearly six years of a war that had cost the lives of millions; had destroyed homes, families, and...
April Blog: Key anniversaries and history in the news
There are several key anniversaries this month which, as ever, provide excellent opportunities to review significant events with students, create displays and discuss implications. A notable anniversary...
March blog: International Women's Day
8th March is International Women's Day and this is a great opportunity for organising an assembly/setting up displays on significant women in history. (Please see a previous blog on International Women's...
March blog: International Women's Day
8th March is International Women's Day and this is a great opportunity for organising an assembly/setting up displays on significant women in history. (Please see a previous blog on International Women's...
February blog: Anniversaries, Munich conferences and site update
80th Anniversary of the bombing of Dresden. This photo shows the impact of the firestorm over Dresden - created by the dropping of 4,000 tons of bombs on the city. This month sees the 80th anniversary...
January Blog: Holocaust Memorial Day
The theme of Holocaust Memorial Day 2025 is For a Better Future Many History DP students will be studying the Holocaust as part of their programme; however, Holocaust Memorial Day provides the opportunity...
December blog: Site update, anniversaries and history in the news
December, 1994; Russia sends tanks and troops into Chechnya to end the rebel territory's three-year drive for independence - one of the significant anniversaries for this month. This month we have added...
November Blog: Armistice Day
Armistice Day is a significant day in the school calender; it gives us the opportunity to remember the lives lost and sacrifices made in previous wars; as well as remembering the conflicts that are...
October Blog: Black History Month
In the UK, October is Black History Month - an annual celebration of Black history and heritage. The theme for 2024 UK Black History month in the UK is 'Reclaiming narratives' and there are some excellent...