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BBC

Bbc History: British History: Middle Ages: Reign of Richard Ii, 1377 to 1399

For Students 9th - 10th
Richard II of England reigned in a time of restive change brought on by Black Death. His personal view of kingship and his military decisions are highlighted as significant factors in his loss of the throne. The author offers the opinion...
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PBS

Empire of the Bay: King Charles Ii

For Students 9th - 10th
What does King Charles II have to do with Canadian history? How is he linked to the Hudson's Bay Company? Empire of the Bay provides learners with the links between King Charles II and early Canada.
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BBC

Bbc History: British History: Middle Ages: King John and the Magna Carta

For Students 9th - 10th
This article about King John and the Magna Carta helps readers to see the document from the points of view of both John and the rebelling barons. It seems neither party was as serious about the document as we are today. Archived.
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BBC

Bbc History: British History: Civil War: Personality and Politics of Charles I

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Seeker

Seeker: Bones of King Richard Iii Found

For Students 9th - 10th
An archaeological discovery has been made in England, and in a very unusual place. Find out where the remains of King Richard the III were finally located.
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Danuta Bois

Distinguished Women of Past and Present: Elizabeth Ii

For Students 9th - 10th
A short article on Elizabeth II, who became Queen of England after her father, King George VI, died in 1947.
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Other

The Legend of Camelot

For Students 9th - 10th
Here you can learn more about the story of Camelot as it has been told for hundreds of years--including the myth of Camelot, the Round Table, and the sword Excalibur.
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BBC

Bbc History: British History: Middle Ages: The Character and Legacy of Henry Ii

For Students 9th - 10th
A summary of Henry II's reign in England focuses on how his ruling style and key concerns were dictated by his character. Of particular interest is his relationship with members of his family, which determined the course of British...
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Internet History Sourcebooks Project

Fordham University: Medieval Sourcebook: Charter Granted to Men of Dunwich

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Fordham University presents the full text of a town charter granted by England's King John.
Primary
Yale University

Avalon Project: Letters Patents of King Henry Vii Granted Unto John Cabot

For Students 9th - 10th
A copy of Henry VII's letter granting John Cabot permission to explore the New World and claim what he finds for England. Difficult to read, but an important primary source document.
Primary
Yale University

Journals of the Continental Congress 1774 1789

For Students 9th - 10th
Selected documents written by the Continental Congress in the late eighteenth century. Covers actions passed and resolved on preparation for war with Britain, George Washington's appointment as Commander-in-Chief, Articles of War against...
Primary
PBS

Revolution: Rough Draft of the Declaration of Independence

For Students 9th - 10th
Read the original rough draft written by Thomas Jefferson declaring independence from England. In his rough draft he railed against King George III for creating ans sustaining slave trade. It was this phrase which the delegates of the...
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Other

The Gazetteer of Scotland: King Charles Ii

For Students 9th - 10th
Very short biographical sketch on King Charles II is provided here.
Primary
University of Oklahoma

University of Oklahoma Law Center: Magna Carta

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a full translation (from the Latin) of the Magna Carta.
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BBC

Bbc: Bitesize: What Happened to the Anglo Saxons and Vikings?

For Students 2nd - 6th
Learn what brought an end to Anglo-Saxon and Viking rule in England while finding out about the life of Edward the Confessor who became King of England in 1042.
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Other

Parliamentary Archives: Gunpowder, Treason, Plot

For Students 3rd - 8th
This resource of archived content presents the tale of wars, murder, secrets, and lies. Discover the story of Guy Fawkes and the failed Gunpowder Plot by exploring pictures, diagrams, original documents, and more.
Primary
Internet History Sourcebooks Project

Fordham University: Medieval Sourcebook: Grant of Tax Liberties to London

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource presents the original text of a negotiated system of taxation between the city of London and King Henry I.
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Society of Archbishop Justus

Archbishop Justice Society: Charles I of England and Scotland, King and Martyr

For Students 9th - 10th
An Anglican biographical sketch of Charles I. There is also a prayer dedicated to him.
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Luminarium

Luminarium: James I (1566 1625)

For Students 9th - 10th
A comprehensive site on the life and works of James I of England. Many essays and hotlinks to other biographies on this king.
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Curated OER

Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: England and Wales, 1644

For Students 9th - 10th
A map of England and Wales after the campaigns of 1644 during the first English Civil War (1642-1646) between the supporters of King Charles I and the supporters of Parliament. The map is color-coded to show the districts and places...
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Royal Household

The British Monarchy: Royal Encyclopaedia: The Stuarts

For Students 9th - 10th
This provides information on the Stuart dynasty, which ruled the United Kingdom from 1603-1714, beginning with James I of England (James VI of Scotland).