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Highlights of the British Museum

During lockdown every museum closed its doors but some tried to stay open virtually through online tours.  The Highlights tour of the British Museum has been going since 2013 and covers 15 objects in 90 minutes highlighting objects from all parts of the Museum’s collection from the Ancient World to the Modern and from all… Read more »

This tag: London History

Life and Times of King George IV

George IV waited till he was nearly 60 before succeeding as king but once he had was diligent and successful. Course Description George IV is perhaps best remembered as the Prince Regent whose extravagance was matched by his good taste.  He built Brighton Pavilion in an exotic style which led the way to great changes… Read more »

This tag: London History

Life and Times of King George III

Infamous for “losing” America and going mad, George III was the first English-born king for 70 years and a great patriot who supported agricultural improvements and helped advance learning in the Age of the Enlightenment. What is the course about? Infamous for “losing” America and going mad, George III was the first English-born king for… Read more »

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