Archive for November, 2011

20 years ago today (24th Nov 1991): Death of Freddie Mercury

Thursday, November 24th, 2011

Death of Freddie Mercury, Zanzibar-born British rock singer and
songwriter (Queen)

Historiography – The Provisional Government and the October Revolution

Tuesday, November 22nd, 2011

A resource to familiarise students with the historiographical issues.

75 Years Ago Today (20th Nov. 1936): Death of Jose Antonio Primo de Rivera

Sunday, November 20th, 2011

Death of Jose Antonio Primo de Rivera, Spanish politician, founder of the
Spanish fascist party, the Falange. (Executed)

Rule of Mussolini: Picture Quiz

Saturday, November 19th, 2011

A picture quiz designed to precede a more detailed factual test.

200 Years Ago Today (16th Nov 1811): Birth of John Bright

Wednesday, November 16th, 2011

Birth of John Bright, British politician and political reformer, co-founder of
the Anti-Corn Law League, and a campaigner for free trade

The Provisional Government / October Revolution: Overview

Wednesday, November 16th, 2011

A worksheet to introduce the topic. Teacher notes are also available.