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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York's Jewish History - An Audio Trail
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Horse Racing in York
' Every year there be more noble lo...
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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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The Railway Revolution
The railways saved York from stagnat...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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Wartime York
York began as a fortress and has bee...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Henry Percy and The Percy Panels
- Sixties York
- Barker Tower
- Industrial Upheaval
- A New University
- The County Court House
- Viking Male Grooming
- Coppergate & Jorvik Viking Centre
- The Black Death
- Church of St Helen
- Ouse Bridge
- Roman Gods and Goddesses
- York St John in the 20th Century
- The Assembly Rooms
- Lendal Bridge
- Guy Fawkes
- Is York Cursed?