Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Anglo Saxon
What sort of York emerged after the...
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Viking
The Vikings are easily reduced to a...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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After the Siege
In July of 1644 York was in a state...
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Rebellion and Revenge
To make room for one of his castles,...
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A City Left Behind
The industrial revolution had far le...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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Life in Viking York
York changed when it was captured by...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- New Earswick
- The Battle of Marston Moor
- The Guildhall
- Statue of an Athlete
- Joseph Terry & Sons: Chocolate Manufacturers
- York St John in the 20th Century
- The Minster in the 20th Century
- Ripon College for Women
- The Newgate Cross Shaft
- First World War York
- The New Theatre
- Saint William: Patron Saint of York
- The Medieval Abbey
- York in the fifteenth Century
- Artists, Writers and Scientists
- The First Minster
- Viking Silk Cap