The National Archives Podcast Series

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William Wallace's rising and execution, and Edward I's conquest of Scotland May 24, 2013

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The period of crisis in Scotland following the death of Alexander III, and leading to the eventual conquest by Edward I, still excites controversy and discussion, not least about the role of William Wallace.

Australia in War and Peace, 1914-19 May 10, 2013

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Jatinder Mann outlines the main features of a research project studying historically significant Australian and British documents and explores the research process.

The Journey's End Battalion: The 9th East Surrey and R C Sherriff in the Great War May 03, 2013

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Michael Lucas and Andrew Lucas investigate the experiences of playwright RC Sherriff, writer of Journey's End, with the 9th East Surrey Battalion in the First World War.

The Children of Henry VIII Apr 29, 2013

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John Guy tells the story of the family drama of England's wealthiest and most powerful king.

Hillsborough: the tangled web Apr 26, 2013

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Christine Gifford discusses the work and challenges of the Hillsborough Independent Panel.

A system of spies and informers: intelligence gathering in the period 1780-1830 Apr 19, 2013

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Using the records of the Home Office, this podcast focuses on just how the government kept up to date intelligence on the various threats without a recognised police force or centralised government agency.

Hearth Tax: an introduction Apr 12, 2013

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Paul Carlyle looks at records held at The National Archives on this controversial and unpopular tax.

The post-Restoration army: 1660-1714 Apr 05, 2013

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Reader Adviser Ralph Thompson follows the history of the army from its inception as a standing force after the overthrow of the English republic through its increasing professionalisation during the War of the Spanish Succession.

Authority, Legitimacy and Orthodoxy: the Accession of Henry V in 1413 Mar 28, 2013

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Using documents in The National Archives, James Ross explores the troubled times of Henry's accession and reveals a man very different to Shakespeare's picture of a playboy prince.

Stalingrad and Berlin: researching the reality of war Mar 25, 2013

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Antony Beevor, author of Stalingrad, Berlin: the Downfall and The Battle for Spain, discusses his experience of researching the reality of war.

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