Justice Seen, Justice Done? Abolishing Public Executions in 19th-Century Germany
Richard Evans looks at the social and intellectual pressures that forced Germany to rethink how and why it punished wrongdoers.
History Today
UNESCO's Lifeline for Laos
As Luang Prabang, Laos' former royal capital of South East Asia becomes the latest addition to UNESCO world heritage sites, Cherry Barnett explores its significance.
Myths and Anniversaries
Are historical stereotypes formed or dispelled by the likes of last year’s VE Day commemorations? William Buckingham answers as the winner of the Longman/History Today essay prize.
The Buildings of Sir Thomas Tresham
Christian Hesketh explores the architectural assortment of Sir Thomas Tresham buildings in Northamptonshire.
Dr Livingstone Reconsidered
A reflection on the life of Dr Livingstone in an attempt to revel the true story behind the legend
The Hero in History: Myth, Media and Realities
Akbar Ahmed’s provocative lecture for the Longman/ History Today Awards examines Mohammad Ali Jinnah, the founder of Pakistan.
Did Europe's Mercantilist Empires Pay?
Trade may have followed the flag, but was there enough stimulus in imperialism to aid national bank balances and development from 1500 onwards? Patrick O'Brien sifts the evidence.
Citizen Kane
Sarah Street discusses how 'Rosebud' and Pearl Harbor are inextricably entangled in this most enigmatic of film portrayals of a media tycoon.
English Heritage Goes to the Wall
Ann Hills investigates a new online database of all English Heritage historic wall paintings.