History
Our handling collection has breadth and depth. These taught seminars, combine a presentation with first hand study of original and replica artefacts for a minimum of 15 students. Our Seminar Studies put AS and A2 students in touch with original archives as well as objects.
Feud and Faction
Explores the relationship between monarchy and nobility in 15th century England, the rise of Bastard Feudalism and the importance of feud and faction in the Wars of the Roses and the reigns of the early Tudor monarchs.
Tudor Monarchy and Rebellion
Uses a variety of evidence to explore the the Pilgrimage of Grace.
The World Turned Upside Down
Investigates the attitudes and beliefs that led England into Civil Wars from 1642 to 1651, the motivations and experiences of individuals in ‘a world turned upside down’ and the wars’ impact on society.
The Age of War 1789-1945
Investigates revolutions in technology, democratic movements and the recruitment of mass armies.
The Experience of Warfare 1854-1918
Examines the impacts of the Crimean, Boer War and First World War, through a thematic overview.
Total War 1914-1918
Investigate the importance of the Ministry of Munitions through the analysis of a shell filling factory in Nottingham.
Accessing Archives
Our extensive archive collection includes documents, diaries, letters and ephemera showing the soldiers view of many battles and wars from 1789-1945. These sessions are ideal for extending the range of opportunities for students to enhance their knowledge of a specific time-period, or further develop their critical thinking and historical analysis skills.
Choose from:
- Life in the Napoleonic Wars,
- Life in the Crimean War
- Life in the Boer War
- Life in World War I
To Book
- All sessions last 90 minutes, for a minimum number of 15 students.
- Our sessions are £7.50 per student, with one adult free per ten students.
Tel: 0113 220 1888
Email: educate.leeds@armouries.org.uk
