The world's largest empire is governed from Whitehall. Our collections offer an invaluable insight into the politics of empire and the daily lives of its citizens.
Our massive photographic holdings covering Britain and its colonies vividly bring the period to life.
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Prisoner 4099
What was life like for young offenders in the 19th century?Key stage 2 - 4 -
Focus on the Census
What is the census and what can it tell us?Key stage 2 - 4 -
Power, Politics and Protest
The growth of political rights in 19th century BritainKey stage 3 - 5 -
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Lessons
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A Victorian Prison
Why were Victorian Prisons so tough?Key stage 3 - 4
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Workshops
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What is History? (KS 3/4)
What can different kinds of sources tell us about the past?Key stage 3 - 4 -
Jack the Ripper
Why couldn't the police bring him to justice?Key stage 3 - 4 -
Crime and Punishment
How have they changed over the centuries?Key stage 3 - 4 -
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Videoconferences
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What is History? (KS 3/4)
What can different kinds of sources tell us about the past?Key stage 3 - 4
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Jack the Ripper
Why couldn't the police bring him to justice?Key stage 3 - 4
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Crime and Punishment
How have they changed over the centuries?Key stage 3 - 4
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Virtual classroom
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What is History? (KS 3/4)
What can different kinds of sources tell us about the past?Key stage 3 - 4
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Jack the Ripper
Why couldn't the police bring him to justice?Key stage 3 - 4
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Crime and Punishment
How have they changed over the centuries?Key stage 3 - 4
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