Experts analyse extraordinary wartime career of Winston Churchill in new podcast
The extraordinary career of Winston Churchill and the events which led to him becoming Britain’s leader during World War Two...
Archaeology and History
Dignitaries gather for the premiere of Normandy documentary at the University of Exeter
A documentary focusing on a crucial battle in the Normandy campaign of the Second World War has received its regional...
New research project to provide historical perspective on contemporary farming challenges
The debate over whether UK farming can continue to feed us, be commercially viable and conserve our vulnerable natural environment...
Extensive dog diversity millennia before modern breeding practices
A groundbreaking archaeological study has revealed when domestic dogs first began to show the remarkable diversity that characterises them today....
Devon’s elite attempts to “police” patriotism during World War One had limited success, research shows
Rich and powerful Devonians attempted to “police” patriotism during World War One because they were dismayed by an indifferent response...
‘Pathbreaking’ history book charts migrant influence on India’s diplomatic identity
The story of the Indian ‘coolie’ and how the journeys of more than one million migrants influenced India’s diplomatic identity...
University of Exeter to launch cutting-edge forensic ecology consultancy
A new forensic ecology consultancy that will work with police and other agencies in the investigation of crimes and major...
Monastic music to play again in Exeter priory closed by Henry VIII
Beautiful monastic music will be heard again in a former Exeter priory closed by Henry VIII thanks to the discovery...
Treasure trove of Devon history set to be unearthed in new book
One of Devon’s last great untapped sources of history will reveal some of its best-kept secrets with the publication of...