Eugene Byrne

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A family watching television in their home, circa 1955.

Quiz How well do you know the history behind everyday inventions? . This is a premium piece of content available to subscribed users.

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Gravestones displaying the names of pets

Pet cemeteries: where have beloved animals been laid to rest through the centuries? . This is a premium piece of content available to subscribed users.

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JFK's funeral procession

From Becket to The Beatles: 8 deaths that shook the nation . This is a premium piece of content available to subscribed users.

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Edward I of England. (Photo by Historica Graphica Collection/Heritage Images/Getty Images)

Quiz Medieval royal succession . This is a premium piece of content available to subscribed users.

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A portrait of William Shakespeare

History quiz – language and literature . This is a premium piece of content available to subscribed users.

Gaol fever illustration.

Q&A What is gaol fever and how was it caused and spread?