A history that everyone should know
Gambling has shaped entertainment and culture for centuries in the UK. From early lotteries to horse racing and glamorous casinos, betting has become a national pastime. Today, with the rise of online casinos, gambling is more accessible than ever, so let’s dive into the history behind this industry. Early Gambling in the UK: Lotteries and […]
Is it possible to go around the world in a few months, travel back in time to a time when there were books or schools, or visit a museum without leaving your house? History as a science will enable us to achieve just that. The science which studies the past of human civilisation in all […]
History should be studied because there were many interesting and instructive things in the past. The fact that history is not interesting to study is the fault of historians themselves, they present information very dryly. And they present it dryly because they themselves do not understand the science that they study and which is often […]
There are several historic attractions in the UK that are popular tourist destinations and museums. Most of them are open to the public and have interesting facts to learn about the history of England. Here are some of the most interesting ones. Stonehenge: Stonehenge is a mysterious monument located in southern Wiltshire, England. Stonehenge is […]
Throughout the history of the British Isles, the inhabitants of Great Britain, the Isle of Man, Ireland, the Bailiwicks of Guernsey and Jersey, as well as the smaller nearby islands, have alternately engaged in competition and cooperation. The Republic of Ireland and the United Kingdom are the only two sovereign states on the British Isles […]
A Timeline of the Major Events That Took Place During World War Two Learn about the major events that took place between 1918 and 1941 that ultimately led to the beginning of the timeline of the World War II. These events took place between the years of 1918 and 1941. It was a difficult time […]
Top 100 Americans Smithsonian magazine’s latest special edition recognizes the most notable Americans. Georgia O’Keeffe, Muhammad Ali, and Abraham Lincoln are mentioned as the well-known American historical figures. Thomas Paine’s significance Who else? Elvis-less? Eisenhower equivalent 10 years ago, would you have answered differently? In ten years, how will you respond? Martin Luther king JR […]
Plans and Route Guidance The classroom materials and professional development programs offered by the Library make it much simpler for teachers to teach their students using primary sources from the huge digital collection held by the Library and introduce them the US historical events in brief. Find out how you can assist your pupils in […]
Teachers’ residence The Library of Congress helps teachers use library materials in the classroom by giving them classroom resources and professional development. Using a graphic organizer and clear instructions, you can guide your students through the process of analyzing these primary materials based on the timelines of the United States of America. Timeline of the […]
Even the most well-written article or book cannot capture the essence of a historical event like a diary, letter, painting, or memoir written by someone who was there or saw it happen. The use of original materials allows students to have a thorough understanding of important historical themes and creates a chronology of connected historical […]
