110 years ago, a bullet from the gun of 19-year-old Gavrilo Princip in Sarajevo set off a chain of events that would alter the course of history.
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The Mulberry Harbours were a remarkable engineering achievement during World War II, designed to facilitate the Allied invasion of Normandy in June 1944. How and why did the Allies pull off this feat of engineering so fast that they were able to turn the tide of World War Two?
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Happy St. George’s Day! Today, England celebrates its dragon-slaying patron saint. But did you know that St. George wasn’t always the patron saint of England?
Amazing women have long made history, but their stories are often overlooked. Here are five women who featured in our British Empire series that we think should be celebrated this International Women’s Day.
Throughout history, there have been some influential teachers who have done more than just teach; they’ve helped to shape the world of education itself.
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Happy Valentine’s Day from us at History Bombs! Let’s take a quick journey back in time to uncover the quirky origins of this day of love—from ancient Rome’s fertility festival, Lupercalia, to the romantic acts of St. Valentine, and the evolution of the very first Valentine’s card.
History Bombs stands out as an innovative educational resource, particularly for early career teachers. Find out why.
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Be the talk of the Christmas dinner table with these fun festive facts about the history of Christmas!
Thanksgiving is an important day to gather with family and friends and reflect on the things we are thankful for in the past year. How much do you know about its history?
When you think of a witch, you probably imagine her with a black cat. So what’s the historical reference for this feline friend?
You might remember him from our British Empire (In One Take) video – but why did we choose Charles Cornwallis to explore the British Empire?
This month we are ‘Saluting our Sisters’ by shining light on some of the influential Black women who left their mark on history.
Learn how you can use History Bombs to teach about influential key figures in history this Black History Month.
An overview of our World War One series and how to use our captivating videos and activities to create engaging lessons.
An overview of our World War Two series, and advice on creating unforgettable history lessons for your students.
India declared its independence from British rule on August 15, 1947, after nearly 200 years. Learn more about the methods of resistance used to eventually overthrow the British Raj!
Woollarawarre Bennelong was one of the most important figures in the early history of Australia. Here are 10 facts you should know about him!
How did Olaudah Equiano go from facing the horrors of slavery to becoming one of the most influential leaders in the fight for abolition?
Oppenheimer was best known for development of the atomic bomb, but here are 10 facts you might not have known about the man who changed the nature of war forever.