Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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Norman Religious Buildings
The religious foundations laid by th...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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Impact of the Reformation
Henry VIII's reformation of the chur...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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20th Century
The twentieth century saw the city o...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- The Medieval Minster
- York Bombed
- Gold Finger Ring
- Daniel Defoe's York
- Viking Male Grooming
- The Medieval Castle
- John Carr - Architect
- The New Theatre
- Church of St Olave
- Minster Library
- King Edward I and York
- York Railway Station
- Anglian Carving
- Olive Oil Container
- The Norman Minster
- Jewbury Cemetery
- Saints and Prophets Statues from St. Marys Abbey
- The Battle of Marston Moor