Political

Natalia Griffon de Pleineville remembers a career soldier in Napoleon's army who won distinctions for his energy and commitment over twenty years, but who made a decisive mistake in 1813.

Charles Loft argues that Dr Beeching, hatchet-man of the railways in 1963, has been unfairly blamed for the decisions of politicians.

Graham Goodlad advises on how to prepare for examination questions on a key area.

Peter Ling analyses Martin Luther King's involvement with non-violent protest in the USA. 

Paula Bartley reappraises the role of the leader of the Suffragettes.

Russel Tarr considers key issues from the life of the famous Cardinal.

Roger Price examines the career of Louis-Napoleon, the nephew of Napoleon Bonaparte, and his position in French historiography.

Martyn Bennett examines how the terminology we use about the great conflict of the mid-seventeenth century reflects and reinforces the interpretations we make.

The 14th President was inaugurated on March 4th, 1853.

Mark Rathbone examines the varied reputation of John Dudley, Duke of Northumberland.