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The Floralia, an ancient Roman celebration of fertility and nature that took place around early May

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

The coats of arms of the kingdoms of Scotland and France

Q&A How old is the Auld Alliance between France and Scotland?

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Episode 4 Medieval medical thinking . This is a premium piece of content available to subscribed users.

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Medieval emotions: were they like our own? . This is a premium piece of content available to subscribed users.

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Marrying for love: Edward IV and Elizabeth Woodville

Colour illustration of people gathering outside a church during the Middle Ages

The medieval church: your guide to religion and worship in the Middle Ages

The Resurrection of Jesus

Eggs, bunnies and Jesus Christ: the history and origins of Easter

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Ancient Moai of Ahu Tongariki on Easter Island

The magnificent moai – facts about the statues of Rapa Nui

Moai statues at Ahu Tongariki, Rapa Nui’s largest ceremonial structure

What happened to the people of Rapa Nui?

A young woman sat in front of a mirror applies lipstick, 1967

The price of beauty: the dangerous cosmetics used until the 20th century