england and wales Posts

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History Lesson: How Was the Kingdom of England Formed?

The history of England is complex and can confuse the best of us. For example, there are still many who don’t know the difference between 'Britain' and 'England'. And often mix the two. You might also not be aware that England has been in existence since 927 A.D.!

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Recreating a Forgotten Firework Tradition From Wales

A rock cannon (known as 'carreg cannan' in Welsh) is an 18th-century firework tradition from Wales that is mostly forgotten today. Rock cannons were popular at any major festivity at the time, but the tradition was abandoned in the 20th century. A rock cannon is a rock bored with holes and tracks.

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The Curious History of Counties in England

Counties in England have a long and complicated history. For the layman, understanding the different county names and how they were formed can be quite confusing.

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Rats Help Archeologists Uncover a Precious Surprise in England

During the renovations of the Oxborough Hall in Norfolk, England archeologists uncovered Tudor-period fabrics and a 500-year-old manuscript in the least likely of places - a huge rat's nest!

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The Secret Plan: If the Queen of England Dies...

If the Queen of England Dies, What Happens? video, politics, united kingdom, queen elizabeth II, royalty, british royalty, secret plan Operation London Bridge is the name for British protocols that must be followed when Queen passes and Prince Charles come to the throne.

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Shoppers at England Mall Hit With a Surprise Performance

Trinity Leeds shopping and leisure center in the city of Leeds, England, received an extraordinarily fun visit from a talented musician and enjoyed a surprise performance.

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Experience the Incredible Fall Foliage of New England

Sometimes, all we need to brighten up our day is some aesthetic pleasure, and it doesn't get more beautiful than autumn in New England. 

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History Lesson: The Great Viking Attack on England

The Great Viking Attack on England war, History Lesson, england, middle ages, vikings, history video, european history, alfred the great, ragnar In this video we will be talking about great names in European history, and how the Vikings came at the head of an army and were met by Alfred the Great.

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The Strict Courting Code of the Regency Period in England

Here's what it was like to court back in Regency-Era England. Courting Etiquette in Regency England love, baba recommends, antique, History Lesson, etiquette, manners, england, history facts, courting, wooing How did you woo your darling? Was it flowers?

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Join Us On Board England’s Most Luxurious Train

The British Pullman is widely regarded as England’s most luxurious train. This exotic vintage day train journeys in the UK and shows you many beautiful locations. However, its interior is so regal, that you won’t ever want to disembark on this beautiful train.

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The Wars of the Roses: England's Bloody Civil War

The Wars of the Roses were a series of English civil wars for control of the throne of England, fought between supporters of two rival cadet branches of the royal house: The house of Lancaster, or the red rose, and the house of York, or the white rose.

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Why Were Staircases SO Deadly In Victorian England?

But why were there so many deaths and injuries from stairs in Victorian England? The video below explores this interesting question.

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A Trip Across Quaint West England Is What We Need

And that is why the southwest region of England holds such a great appeal for innumerable travelers. This quaint part of England is filled with charming scenery, idyllic cottages, fine churches, manor homes, gastropubs, and much more.