History Revealed

History Revealed brings the past to life for everyone. It’s an action-packed, image-rich magazine with zero stuffiness. Each issue has a central section that takes a closer look at one of history’s big stories, such as the Wild West or Ancient Rome, telling everything you need to know. We also explore the lives of the truly famous, follow the great adventures of the past, taste the blood and thunder of battles, and look at how closely Hollywood blockbusters have told history. Plus, we answer questions about some of the more surprising and strange aspects of the past. If you want to get into history, subscribe today.

WELCOME MAY 2023

SNAPSHOTS

THINGS WE LEARNED THIS MONTH • RECENT HISTORY HEADLINES THAT CAUGHT OUR EYE

Deadly riots break out in London • The radical MP John Wilkes attracted loyal support for his outspoken criticism of the government. However, as Danny Bird explains, outrage at his 1768 arrest for libel paved the way for bloodshed and anarchy

OTHER ANNIVERSARIES • A LOOK BACK AT OTHER EVENTS THAT HAVE TAKEN PLACE IN MAY THROUGHOUT HISTORY

THE BATTERSEA FLAT MURDER • WHEN AN ACTOR WAS SHOT DEAD BEHIND A LONDON FLAT IN 1910, IT WAS BELIEVED THAT THE CULPRIT WAS A BURGLAR SEEN FLEEING THE SCENE. BUT DID THE VICTIM'S PRIVATE LIFE HAVE ANYTHING TO DO WITH HIS DEMISE?

The 1918 Sedition Act • The United States’ entry into World War I triggered a wave of frenzied patriotism across the country. However, as Danny Bird reveals, this hysteria set the nation on a collision course with its most cherished principles

Joseph Bologne: French musical maestro • Nige Tassell tells the story of the celebrated Caribbean-born violinist and composer whose spectacular rise to the top of 18th-century French society is the subject of an upcoming Hollywood biopic

7 THINGS Y DIDN'T (PROBABLY) DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT THE VIETNA WAR • Jem Duducu shares facts about the era-defining conflict in which the US attempted to halt the spread of communism in southeast Asia

EVERYTHING YOU WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT BRITISH CASTLES • Dr Marc Morris answers questions about the origins of the structures and their development over the centuries

GRAND DESIGNS • Part fortress, part luxury home, constructing the perfect castle required colossal amounts of money, men and patience

DOING IT FOR REAL • A new castle has been under construction in France for over 25 years

HOW TO CAPTURE A CASTLE • Dr Marc Morris reveals his top tips for prosecuting a successful medieval or early modern siege

LIFE WITHIN THE WALLS • Medieval castles were hives of activity, filled with servants, soliders and social climbers

TIMBERS, TOWERS AND TURRETS • We reveal the hidden features and architectural quirks you should look out for when exploring Britain's most magnificent medieval masterpieces…

GREAT BRITISH CASTLES • Looking for a castle to visit? You could do no better than to add these spectacular structures to your checklist

DR MARC MORRIS ON THE APPEAL OF CASTLES TODAY

GET HOOKED • Learn even more about British castles with our pick of key resources

ON THE BBC

A AN OF Z • On the eve of King Charles III's coronation, Nige Tassell takes us on an alphabetical tour through the history of the royal ritual in all its glory

WHAT GREAT PAINTINGS SAY • Alice Neel's bold, unapologetic works bared the souls of men, women and children living on the fringes of society

SEX, LIES AND LUCKY ESCAPES • From illicit affairs to assassination attempts, Felicity Day reveals the scandals that rocked the court of King George III and Queen Charlotte, whose relationship is the focus of a new Bridgerton spin-offseries

CAUGHT IN THE ACT • A controversial piece of legislation passed by George III went on to...