Articles by History Extra podcast

John Romer considers ancient Egypt, while Sean McGlynn delves into the story of England’s medieval battle of Trafalgar.

Edward Spiers explores Scotland’s military history, while Malcolm Chase tells us why 1820 was a year of great importance.

Antony Beevor talks to us about his new history of the Second World War and Sarah Ansari discusses the subcontinent since partition.

Dominic Lieven reviews Napoleon’s invasion of Russia in 1812, while Llewelyn Morgan considers the story of the Bamiyan Buddhas.

John Guy tackles the story of Thomas Becket, and a Second World War veteran recalls his experiences.

Emily Lethbridge considers Viking sagas, while Robert Blyth reviews royal pageants of the past. Find out more about Viking sagas and Emily’s travels at http://sagasteads.blogspot.co.uk/

Andrew Lambert discusses the War of 1812 between Britain and the USA, and we talk to Kishore Rao, director of the UNESCO World Heritage Centre.

Paulina Kewes considers Shakespeare’s treatment of Richard III, and Michael Wood tells us why he’s championing ordinary Britons.

Mary Beard describes life for ordinary people in ancient Rome, while Richard Evans considers the state of school history teaching.

Gillian Hovell explores the Roman invasion of Britain and Dan Jones considers Shakespeare’s treatment of Richard II.