Britain – Page 2 – Manchester Historian

Jack Crutcher investigates the histories of the foods that now cover our tables in the festive period. From mince pies to turkey to yule logs, the history of eating at Christmas is extensive and international.

Alex Byrom reviews Michael Wood ‘in conversation’ with Tristram Hunt MP.

Charlotte Johnson interviews public historian and new staff member in the History Department, Professor Michael Wood.

Professor Frank Mort has suggested Peter Wildeblood as an Undiscovered Hero of History. Xan Atkins discovers that he was one of the first men to publicly declare his homosexuality in the UK.

Imogen Clark looks at the phenomenon of NIMBYism and asks whether it hinders progress, or if it vital to preserving the physical character of Britain.