A gazetteer of ancient sites
Best of Britain Express Art Prints
English Heritage
Free entry to English Heritage properties throughout England, plus discounted admission to Historic Scotland and Cadw properties in Scotland and Wales.
HISTORY CORNER
This financial institution was formed in 1694 to finance William III's French wars
30 September, 1399
Henry IV declares himself king of England
Henry takes the throne after deposing Richard II. The actual coronation takes place on 13 October, and Richard is killed, probably by Henry's order, the next year.
Defeated Robert, Duke of Normandy, at the Battle of Avranches