Curated OER
Etc: Maps Etc: England and Wales, December 9, 1643
A map of England and Wales as they were on December 9th, 1643, during the First English Civil War (1642-1646). The map is color-coded to show the districts held by the King and districts controlled by Parliament in the ongoing English...
Curated OER
Etc: England During the Stuart Period, 1603 1714
This is a map of England and Wales during the Stuart Period, from the ascension of King James I in1603 to the death of Queen Anne in 1714. This map shows major cities of the time, major river ways, topography, and political boundaries....
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: King Stephen
King Stephen of England reigned 1135-1154
University of Victoria (Canada)
Shakespeare's Life and Times: History and Politics
This section on the life and times of Shakespeare addresses the stories behind his 'histories'.
University of Victoria (Canada)
University of Victoria: Shakespeare's Life and Times
This resource deals with Shakespeare's life, society, drama, art, music, politics and history of that time. The full text to many of Shakespeare's plays is also included.
BBC
Bbc: Norman Conquest Background
The BBC provides the background and key events of the Norman Conquest. Other features include The Bayeux Tapestry, the Conquest and its Aftermath, War and Technology and The Battle of Hastings game. Archived.
Luminarium
Luminarium: James I (1566 1625)
A comprehensive site on the life and works of James I of England. Many essays and hotlinks to other biographies on this king.
Library of Virginia
Virginia Memory: James I
What connection did King James I have with Virginia? In 1606, James authorized the Virginia Company of London to found the Jamestown colony. The English successfully settled in Virginia, planting the foundation of Great Britain's...
The British Museum
The British Museum: Helmet From the Ship Burial at Sutton Hoo
An interactive series of pages on the many treasures found at Sutton Hoo, the burial site of an ancient Anglo-Saxon king.
BBC
Bbc History: British History: Civil War: Personality and Politics of Charles I
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.
University of Missouri
Famous Trials: Thomas More Trial (1535)
"I die the king's good servant, and God's first."--Thomas More. There is much to learn from the story of how the head of one of the most revered men in England, Sir Thomas More, ended up on the chopping block on London's Tower Hill in...
BBC
Bbc History: British History: Middle Ages: Richard Ii and Crisis of Authority
This article surveys the Peasants' Revolt of 1381, which was one of the first open challenges to royal authority in England. It goes on to discuss why Richard II was deposed and the importance of the concept that kings ruled under the...
Tom Richey
Tom Richey: The English Reformation
What prompted the English Reformation? Examine the rule of King Henry the Eighth and the role he played in the changes.
TES Global
Tes: "Mystery: What Happened to the Princes in the Tower?" Booklet
[Free Registration/Login Required] Students are asked to solve the mystery of what became of the two princes, Edward and Richard, who were sent to the Tower of London when their father died. Edward was in line to become king. Can you...
BBC
Bbc History: British History: Middle Ages: Reign of Richard Ii, 1377 to 1399
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...
Society of Archbishop Justus
Archbishop Justice Society: Charles I of England and Scotland, King and Martyr
An Anglican biographical sketch of Charles I. There is also a prayer dedicated to him.
National Archives (UK)
The National Archives: Gunpowder Plot
An interactive lesson that examines the critical questions revolving around the plot to blow up the Houses of Parliament in 1605.
US National Archives
Nara: The Magna Carta
One of the historical events that led to the creation of the limited government of the United States, the Magna Carta was written in 1215 as a promise from King John of England to his demanding barons. It put English kings under the rule...
Other
Medieval Britain
A true lover of British Medieval history, the author has crafted a site full of timelines, key medieval episodes and people, and maps. Of special interest is the 3D reconstructions of ruined castles and abbeys. Author does not state his...
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Medieval Sourcebook: Charter Granted to Men of Dunwich
This site from the Fordham University presents the full text of a town charter granted by England's King John.
National Archives (UK)
British National Archives: Civil War
Find out about the conflict involving King Charles I, Parliament, the people and Oliver Cromwell.
Other
Bold Outlaw: Search for a Real Robin Hood
A website devoted to the quest to find the facts behind the folklore of Robin Hood and his Merry Men.
Other
Parliamentary Archives: Gunpowder, Treason, Plot
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.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Biographies for Kids: William the Conqueror
A site dedicated to the biography of William the Conqueror from the Middle Ages. Learn about the Norman who became king of England.