Explore the English Civil war with this site. Learn about the events that led up to the war, events that occurred during the war, and events that happened after the war. Also included is a biography of Oliver Cromwell who was a member of...

Read about where British royalty have been living since the 1800s.

Part of an official website devoted to the House of Windsor, this page features a biographical note about Queen Elizabeth II and her current official photographic portrait.

In this lesson plan, students will consider "Background on the Patriot Attitude Toward the Monarchy." The plan includes worksheets and other student materials that can be found under the resource tab.

This resource provides a brief description of the political battles waged in the English Parliament between the monarchy and the Puritans. Discussion begins with the reign of Elizabeth I and continues through to that of Charles I.

This resource presents the complete text by the famous 18th century French economist (in English). In it, he advanced theories of democracy for the French monarchy. It is in PDF format and is a large file.

Biographical facts on Queen Elizabeth II in an easy to read question/answer format. Helpful for doing a research paper and includes links on the left with much additional information on the Royal Family.

A selection of extraordinary materials from Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's personal philatelic holdings.

Brief introduction to Enlightenment concepts as reflected in the art of the period, illustrated with a painting by English artist Joseph Wright.

A map of the area from London to the Mouth of the Thames from the time of the foundation of the English Monarchy under Ecgbert (Egbert), King of Wessex (AD 827) to the Norman Conquest (1066). This map shows the city of London in...

Thanks to teachers and students at Woodlands Junior School for this excellent website that clues us in on everything British. This is an excellent source of information for customs and traditions, daily life, etiquette, government, food...

This is a short biography of the life of Charles II.

A short article on Charles II with a link to a timeline/chronology of monarchs of France, the Holy Roman Empire, and Great Britain.

The author discusses how Charles I, at least in part, brought about his own defeat because he allowed his personality to have too much influence on the manner in which he ruled England. Archived.

Read this informative article about the government and politics of Malaysia from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes. Learn how the government is attempting to help the economy and the people of Malaysia.

This profile of the United Kingdom's Queen Elizabeth II features biographical information about her life and reign.

Explore the origins of the English people and monarchy on this site that contains information about the Anglo-Saxons during the Middle Ages and Medieval times.

A short article on Elizabeth II, who became Queen of England after her father, King George VI, died in 1947.

An English leader and politician who lead a rebellion against the British monarchy.

An English politician and military leader. He led a rebellion against the British Monarchy.