It all started in 1799 - William Pitt the Younger* was a reforming prime minister who was determined to do what he could to rationalise the British system of taxation. However, in 1793, when Britain found itself at war with revolutionary France, enormous expenditures on the army and navy required unprecedented borrowing and increased taxation.

In the aftermath of World War II, Britain faced significant challenges, including housing shortages, urban overcrowding, and the need for economic revitalisation. To address these issues, the British government initiated the New Towns Movement to create planned communities to alleviate pressure on existing urban areas.

Goodness, I remember that in the 1950s, in the schools, there were maps displaying the extent of the British Empire, which were marked in red. And yes, it could be said: "The sun never set on the British Empire," and then it was all gone.

The British Empire was extensive, reaching its peak in the early 20th century. The Empire’s geographical boundaries were so widespread that it was often said, “The sun never sets on the British Empire,” meaning that at any given time, the sun was always shining on at least one of its territories.

The UK government is facing increasing pressure to address the issue of unemployment, as data reveals that 9.4 million Britons are neither employed nor actively seeking work. This accounts for over a fifth of the working-age population and includes a near-record number of individuals on long-term sickness leave.

Discover the surprising history of the bombing of German cities in 1940: Britain was the first to initiate the attacks, not Germany! Join us as we delve into this controversial topic and consider whether it constitutes a War Crime.

Field Marshal Bernard Law Montgomery (17 Nov 1887 – 24 March 1976), 1st Viscount Montgomery of Alamein KG, GCB, DSO, PC, DL, was a prominent British commander during World War II. However, his leadership was marred by several notable military failures that resulted in an unnecessarily high loss of Allied life, leading some to question his Military Competence...

It's handy to know about the history of the African Barbary Coast Slave Trade, especially about the current focus (2024) on the UK-based slave industry and discussions about potential reparations.