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What is the history behind May Day and why do we celebrate it?
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St George’s Day: 11 facts about England’s patron saint
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How old is the Auld Alliance between France and Scotland?
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Medieval medical thinking
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Marrying for love: Edward IV and Elizabeth Woodville
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The medieval church: your guide to religion and worship in the Middle Ages
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Eggs, bunnies and Jesus Christ: the history and origins of Easter
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The magnificent moai – facts about the statues of Rapa Nui
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What happened to the people of Rapa Nui?
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The price of beauty: the dangerous cosmetics used until the 20th century
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