Explore the secrets of five of the world's most remarkable old historical maps.
Historian Dan Snow charts the defining role the Royal Navy played in Britain's struggle for modernity.
The Radio 4 history programme takes a document as a starting point from which to shed new light on
past events.
The BBC and the British Museum have joined forces in an unprecedented partnership, focusing on world history. Listen to the programmes, browse objects from museums and audiences across the UK - and add your own.
From the Neolithic era to the present day, track British history with our interactive timeline.
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Bring history to life with animated maps, movies, games, picture galleries, virtual 3D tours and more.