Number of male Oxbridge students from elite schools declined significantly in the middle of the twentieth century, study shows
The number of male students at the University of Oxford from elite schools declined significantly by the middle of the...
Archaeology and History
Professor Helen Berry inducted into Martin Luther King Collegium of Scholars
A University of Exeter academic has been honoured for her work to promote social justice by Morehouse College, one of...
Acclaimed new book turns modern economic history on its head
The leading advocates of free trade during the mid-19th-20th centuries were inspired by left-wing, anti-imperialist, feminist and pacifist motivations, according...
University historian shares research knowledge on Sir Tony Robinson podcast
An expert on early modern medical history at the University of Exeter is a guest star on the latest edition...
Historian publishes shocking new book on the rise and fall of the Ku Klux Klan
A powerful new history book that seeks to demystify the notorious Ku Klux Klan has been published by an expert...
Tudor era horse cemetery in Westminster revealed as likely resting place for elite imported animals
Archaeological analysis of a near unique animal cemetery discovered in London nearly 30 years ago has revealed the international scale...
University of Exeter experts celebrate prestigious academic awards
Pioneering University of Exeter experts have celebrated being awarded prestigious academic prizes at a special ceremony. The three researchers –...
Parsnips and trout boiled in goats milk – modern parents explore ancient fertility myths and advice
From parsnips as ancient Viagra to drinking trout boiled in goats milk – Medieval couples hoping for a baby were...
Genetic analysis and archaeological insight combine to reveal the ancient origins of the fallow deer
Modern populations of fallow deer possess hidden cultural histories dating back to the Roman Empire which ought to be factored...