Pots of Silver?
Michael Vickers considers the original value of Greek ceramics, and why it has become inflated in recent centuries.
History Today
Nation-Building in Nineteenth Century Italy
Christopher Duggan recalls the contribution of a forgotten Italian statesman - Francesco Crispi.
Barbados: British Empire in Miniature
Graham Norton introduces the complex colonial history of the Caribbean island.
Carnuntum
Jacqui Goddard on the latest findings at the important Roman site on the Danube.
Warship Weeks
J.W. Bartlett on the response of the British public to government campaigns to finance ship-building during the Second World War.
Sir John Plumb
David Cannadine recalls the career and personality of an inspirational historian.
The Women's Library
On Feb 4, 2002, the Women's Library opens in an extraordinary new building in Aldgate East in London. The new library is a place for people to debate and explore what the future holds for women.
Birth of Victor Hugo
The author of Les Misérables was born on February 26th, 1802.
Birth of Charles Lindbergh
The American aviator was born on February 4th, 1902.