Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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A List of Key Dates in York's History
A brief chronology of the city: Rom...
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An Independent City
For most of the Norman period York,...
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The York Abbey, St Mary's
St Mary's Abbey in York was a g...
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The Roman Civilian Settlement
In AD 71, the Ninth Legion of the Ro...
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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A Blossoming Cultural Scene
The Victorian thirst for self-improv...
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Norman
When York was conquered by William,...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Bones of a Roman Combatant
- Skeldergate Bridge
- Royal Station Hotel
- John Carr - Architect
- First World War Memorial
- Painting of 'The Brig Studley'
- Clifford's Tower
- Walmgate Bar
- The Minster in the 20th Century
- Daniel Defoe's York
- King Edward I and York
- Vale of York Viking Hoard
- Viking Male Grooming
- The Minster in the 18th Century
- Fire in the Minster
- Transport Moves On