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Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
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The Romans Arrive
York ’s history truly be...
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Viking timeline
793 – Viking raiders attack Li...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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Executions in York
On 31 March 1379 Edward Hewison was...
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Impact of the Reformation
Henry VIII's reformation of the chur...
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Medieval
York was a dangerous, intriguing, co...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- York Art Gallery
- York Castle Museum
- Gold Arm Ring
- Clifford's Tower
- The First Minster
- York's Medieval Synagogue
- Robert Holgate, Archbishop
- A New University
- York's Airfield
- Micklegate Bar
- Yorkshire Museum
- York and Ripon Diocesan Training School for Masters
- Statue of Napoleon
- Painting of 'The Brig Studley'
- Teaching the Poor
- Medieval Prisons
- Jewbury Cemetery