Pre-War History Articles
The Pre-War period, leading up to both World Wars, was an age of political alliances, growing nationalism, and rapid technological advancements. It set the stage for the conflicts that would define the 20th century, with rising tensions shaping future alliances and enmities.
The sinking of an unsinkable ship: Titanic
RMS Titanic hit an iceberg off the Grand Banks of Newfoundland at 11:40pm on 14 April 1912. Just two hours and forty minutes after the collision with the iceberg, RMS Titanic broke into two and sank. She crashed onto the ocean floor, almost 2.5 miles beneath the surface,
The Death of Emily Davison
On 4 June 1913 suffragette Emily Davison stepped in front of King George V’s horse, Anmer, at the Epsom Derby. She was trampled and died in hospital four days later. She is recognised as a hero and martyr for women’s rights, although most of her actions today would be considered terrorism.
