Modern British History
1901 – present
Pets and their role in the Second World War
Alongside radar and jet aeroplanes, animals played a major role in warfare: this list offers insights into the major contribution that pets and other animals made, both on and off the battlefield.
The Norway Campaign, April–June 1940
The Norway Campaign was one of the most significant events in the Second World War, but it usually falls in the ‘side-show’ category when the topic is discussed. These resources will help shed light on it.
The Bristol Bus Boycott of 1963 from the perspective of the participants
These resources will help you to put some recent protests, such as the 2020 Black Lives Matter ones, in historical context.
Emigration: those who moved away from Britain, and those who were left behind
These resources offer teachers an opportunity to look at an established topic from a different angle, uncovering histories that have remained largely hidden until recently.
The role of animals in the First World War
The part played by animals in the First World War offers an unusual perspective on warfare. These resources show how human soldiers depended heavily on their animal comrades.
The Legacy of the British Empire in Britain Today
These resources aim to help teachers feel equipped to manage discussions and deliver effective lessons on this controversial topic.
Mapping migration in London through history
Migration is politically controversial, so placing it securely in a historical context can support navigation of a subject that could otherwise prove tricky. These resources explore migration in London, providing an imaginative springboard.
Women and activism in twentieth-century Britain
Women’s history in schools has been dominated by the campaign for the vote. However, the diversity of women’s activism is breath taking, as these resources illustrate.

