History Periods

This website explores the history of British Castles. Causewayed Camps, Hillforts, Roman Fortresses, Burgh Castles. Motte and Bailey Castles, Norman, Medieval, Welsh, Concentric and English Castles! Dungeons, death traps and murder holes! Medieval Weapons and Siege warfare!.

The Middle Ages started with the Battle of Hastings and the Norman Conquest. The building of the great English castles, LIKE the Tower of London. The start of the Crusades and the Knights Templar and the Doomsday Book and the Magna Carta.

Interesting facts and information about American symbols, signs, icons and emblems. American symbols are historically important as they represent and convey the ideas, aspirations and beliefs of the country at various periods in it's history.

The Ancient Egyptians believed that as long as a pharaoh's name was remembered, the king would live on through eternity. King Tut died when he was only nineteen. The discovery of the tomb of Tutankhamen have made King Tut one of the most famous Pharaohs of all times.

Facts and information about the building and design of the famous arena, the lives and the clothing of the Romans who visited the Coliseum - the Emperors, Senators, Soldiers, Citizens, Slaves, the Women, the Vestal Virgins and of course the Gladiators.

A comprehensive guide to American Native Indian Tribes, include the Apache, Cherokee, Cheyenne, Chinook, Comanche, Hopi and Sioux. Containing facts about United States Indian Tribes, Famous Native Americans, Houses, Food, Weapons, Symbols, Designs, Stories, Groups and Culture.

Legends and myths surrounding the ancient Egyptian gods and goddesses such as Atum, the Sun god Ra, Isis, Osiris, Anubis and Horus that were worshipped by the Ancient Egyptians. The site provides information to enable kids and students to recognise different Egyptian gods.

The mysterious ancient Egyptian gods, pyramids, tombs, temples, mummies, sphinx, pharaohs, the kings and queens, priests, scribes and the daily life of men and women. Unravel the secrets of their symbols, ancient Egyptian writing, hieroglyphics, art, architecture, religion, food, clothing.

The events surrounding the Battle of Hastings and the actual battle itself - What claim did Duke William of Normandy have on the throne of England? Why did King Harold lose the Battle of Hastings? And where did the Vikings fit into the story of the Battle of Hastings?

The Tudor dynasty encompass one of the most exciting periods in English History. It includes Kings and Queens such as King Henry VIII and his daughters - Bloody Mary and Queen Elizabeth I. The Tudor period of English History is from 1485 to 1603.

The articles on this website contain interesting facts, timelines and information about all of the US Presidents and the American history during each of their presidencies as well as unique pictures and videos of all the US Presidents.

Learn about Colonial America with simple, clear and easy to read articles that all have interesting illustrations and pictures. The relationship between the monarchy and government of Great Britain, the Triangular Trade and the laws that governed trade in Colonial America.

The term Medieval derives from the Latin 'medium aevum' meaning the Middle Ages. The Middle Ages are the period between the decline of the Roman Empire and the period called the Renaissance (1066 - 1485). The early Middle Ages are often referred to as the Dark Ages.

This Timeline website provide a record of events in the order of their historical occurrence. All of the timelines are suitable for students, children and kids of all ages. The many sections on this website detail the sequence of related historical events and are arranged in strict chronological order.

The World of the Bard and details of his biography have fascinated people for centuries. The questions and mysteries which surround his life, and works are legion. His biography is filled with mystery, intrigue and scandal!