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  • Queer Georgians – a Q&A with the author Anthony Delaney

    30th July 2025

    Book Now (free) Queer Georgians – in this dazzling work of restorative history, Dr Anthony Delaney has traced the stories of people daring to challenge society's expectations, unearthing archives and court records to reveal the tragedies and the joys of queer life three centuries ago. Breathing new life into the forgotten...

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  • Step into history this summer

    30th July 2025

    Summer’s here – and it’s the perfect time to uncover the stories etched into the landscapes around us. Whether you're wandering through ancient ruins, admiring majestic castles, or stumbling upon hidden historical gems, let this season be your gateway to the past. Looking for inspiration? Dive into our bite-sized reads...

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  • The HA Annual Awards evening 2025

    29th July 2025

    On a hot July evening a crowd gathered in central London for the HA awards evening. This annual event is a highlight of the HA calendar as it provides an opportunity to celebrate the strengths of the history community and to recognise individual contributions and achievements. The evening was well attended...

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  • Filmed Lecture: Medlicott Lecture 2025 - Dr Christine Counsell

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  • Membership Administrator Job Opportunity

    15th July 2025

    An exciting opportunity has recently arisen for a Membership Administrator to join the HA team, to help the organisation to meet its membership targets, to develop skills, and to make an impact through your everyday work as part of a small, busy and dedicated team. The Historical Association (HA) is a membership charity...

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  • HA Annual Conference 2026: call for papers

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    The HA Annual Conference will be held in Newcastle in 2026. This two-day conference on 15-16 May is a leading highlight of the history community's year. It brings together all those working in and who have an active interest in history and heritage. With top-level academics, pedagogical sessions and discussion panels, the conference is...

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  • The 1789 French Revolution – not just a revolution in France

    4th July 2025

    New HA short course, September–December 2025  The French Revolution (1789–1799) was not just a turning point in French history - it was a seismic event that reshaped the political landscape of Europe and reverberated across the globe. Its immediate and long-term consequences challenged monarchies and empires, inspired emerging republics, and...

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  • New on-demand short course: The impact and legacy of the First World War

    3rd July 2025

    The month of July was not an auspicious month during the First World War. In 1916 it had the worst day in history for the British military in terms of casualties and deaths in one day, on 1 July – the start of the Battle of the Somme. One year...

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  • HA Honorary Fellows 2025

    2nd July 2025

    We are delighted to announce the Honorary Fellows for 2025.  Each year the Historical Association awards Honorary Fellowships to a small group of people. These awards are to recognise and celebrate outstanding services to history and to the Historical Association. The awards cover services to the Historical Association Branches (of which there are...

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  • Young Quills reviews 2025

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