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PhD researcher granted fellowship with the Army Records Society
They will curate a collection of primary material about the history of the British Army, focusing on the Fencible Regiments of Great Britain and Ireland in the French Revolutionary Wars.
Medieval knights clash swords on campus
Europe’s largest Medieval celebration is taking place in Leeds with over 2,500 enthusiasts from 60 countries coming together both in person and virtually to immerse themselves in the Middle Ages.
Brontë literary treasures on public display together for first time
Handwritten poems, miniature books and printed first editions are going on display at the University of Leeds in a free exhibition tracing the evolution of the Brontës into literary icons.
School of History professor brings historical accuracy to World War II video game
The game producers sought expert historical advice from University of Leeds’ Professor Simon Ball for their project alongside the latest release of Company of Heroes 3.
Dr Laura King discusses Bear Grylls’ Family History on ‘Who Do You Think You Are?’
Dr Laura King, Associate Professor in Modern British History at the School of History, has appeared in a recent episode of the BBC’s ‘Who Do You Think You Are?’ about adventurer Bear Grylls.