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18/08/2024

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18/08/2024

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in 1612 The Pendle Witch trial begins with 10 people accused of witchcraft in Lancaster, England, key witness 9 year-old boy

17/08/2024

https://archaeology.org/news/2024/08/13/trapped-couples-remains-unearthed-in-pompeii-house/

ROME, ITALY—According to a CNN report, skeletal remains of a man and a woman have […]

17/08/2024

Happy National Black Cat Appreciation Day, black cats are notoriously the last cats to be adopted 😩 I have no idea why ❤️❤️❤️ Daisy definitely does not agree!!!!

17/08/2024

Classic!!

17/08/2024

Nurses and patients at Longshaw Lodge Convalescent Home for Wounded Soldiers, Grindleford (Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums)
In the WW1 the Ninth Duke made Longshaw Lodge available as a recuperation facility for wounded soldiers who were recovering after treatment at Sheffield hospitals. The soldiers were taken on trips to nearby parks and estates as part of their therapy, with transport laid on by local bus companies. The estate was also noted for providing moss that was dried and used in medical dressings.

17/08/2024

The Tan Hill Inn, Britain’s highest inn, has occupied an isolated and lonely position in the Yorkshire moors for many years.

The 17th century stone building was previously surrounded by miners' cottages, read more 👇

https://www.exploringgb.co.uk/blog/tan-hill-inn-north-yorkshire-britains-highest-pub?rq=%20Tan%20Hill%20Inn

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in 1982 the first Compact Discs (CDs) released to the public in Germany

16/08/2024

80’s Day & Night Barbie. I loved mine ❤️

16/08/2024

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c4gzdk71j2ro

A local archaeological society has made what they believe is a rare discovery for the region.

16/08/2024

The famous hole in the road, Sheffield in 1970s

16/08/2024

https://www.history.com/news/grand-central-terminal-secrets-myths

Discover the secrets—and myths—within New York City's Grand Central Terminal, which first opened on February 2, 1913.

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in 1904 work begins on building Grand Central Station in NYC

15/08/2024

https://archaeology.org/news/2024/08/14/roman-mosaic-floor-uncovered-in-englands-west-midlands/

WROXETER, ENGLAND—The Shropshire Star reports that a mosaic floor dated to the early second century […]

15/08/2024

Westgate Road 1882..

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Sexy Rexy on the corner of Pinstone Street and Charles Street, Sheffield in 1970s

15/08/2024

Conisbrough Castle, located in South Yorkshire, England, is a striking example of Norman military architecture. Built in the late 12th century, likely by Hamelin Plantagenet, the half-brother of King Henry II, the castle is renowned for its imposing cylindrical keep. This keep, which stands 97 feet tall, is a rare design in England and showcases the innovative architectural techniques of the period. The walls are exceptionally thick, making it a formidable defensive structure.

The castle’s location on a natural limestone outcrop offers commanding views of the surrounding area, which was a strategic advantage during the medieval period. Conisbrough Castle has a rich history, including ties to the Wars of the Roses and the English Civil War. Over the centuries, the castle fell into disrepair, but significant restoration efforts in the 20th century helped preserve its unique structure.

Today, Conisbrough Castle is managed by English Heritage and is open to the public. Visitors can explore the keep, which features a series of interpretive exhibits, and enjoy the panoramic views from the top. The castle also inspired Sir Walter Scott’s novel "Ivanhoe," further cementing its place in literary and historical significance.

15/08/2024

Children playing on Pilgram Street 1890..

15/08/2024

in 1945 Japan surrenders unconditionally to the Allies, ending World War II, now recognised as VJ Day.

14/08/2024

https://allthatsinteresting.com/sutton-house-paper-cuttings

The cuttings were made by schoolgirls at London's Sutton House in the 17th century.

13/08/2024

https://allthatsinteresting.com/stone-of-scone

The Stone of Scone has been used in every English coronation since Edward II in 1308.

13/08/2024

In 1961 construction of the Berlin Wall begins in East Germany

12/08/2024

https://www.heritagedaily.com/2024/07/co-pilots-dog-tag-found-at-wreck-site-of-wwii-b-17-flying-fortress/152783

Archaeologists excavating the crash site of the B-17 “Little Boy Blue” have recovered a dog tag belonging to USAAF Co-Pilot Aaron Brinkoeter.

12/08/2024