Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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Wartime York
York began as a fortress and has bee...
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The York Abbey, St Mary's
St Mary's Abbey in York was a g...
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Rebellion and Revenge
To make room for one of his castles,...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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York's Jewish History - An Audio Trail
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Tombstone of a Roman Soldier
- Joseph Aloysius Hansom
- York and the Restoration of the Monarchy
- Saint William: Patron Saint of York
- Alcuin of York
- Barker Tower
- The Red Tower
- A New University
- George Stubbs and Whistlejacket in York
- Inscription from Fortress Gate
- York Union Gas Works
- The Roman Fortress
- Olive Oil Container
- The White Rose of York
- The Assembly Rooms
- The 1190 Massacre
- Monk Bar
- Viking Silk Cap