Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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The Expanding City
As York grew during the 20th century...
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City Under Siege
At Selby on April 11, 1644, the parl...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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York's Jewish History - An Audio Trail
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Life Speeds Up
It was becoming easier for people to...
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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Wartime York
York began as a fortress and has bee...
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The Normans Arrive
Previous southern kings had been con...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Aldwark Synagogue
- York and Ripon Diocesan Training School for Masters
- Bones of a Roman Combatant
- Saint William: Patron Saint of York
- Joseph Aloysius Hansom
- York's Airfield
- Victoria Bar
- King Richard II and York
- The Minster in Viking Times
- York Central Library
- Fourteen Centuries of Learning
- Roman Head Pot
- Eric Bloodaxe
- King Edward I and York
- Jubbergate
- Cardinal Wolsey, Archbishop
- Painting of 'Russian Icons'