In some they are fleeing war, but in others they're returning home.

In 1889, the first Official Secrets Act was passed, creating offences of 'disclosure of information' and 'breach of official trust'. It limited and monitored what the public could, and should, be told. Since then a culture of secrecy has flourished. As successive governments have been selective about what they choose to share with the public, we have been left with a distorted and incomplete understanding not only of the workings of the state but of our nation's culture and its past. In this important book, Ian Cobain offers a fresh appraisal of some of the key moments in British history since the end of WWII, including: the measures taken to conceal the existence of Bletchley Park and its successor, GCHQ, for three decades; the unreported wars fought during the 1960s and 1970s; the hidden links with terrorist cells during the Troubles; the sometimes opaque workings of the criminal justice system; the state's peacetime surveillance techniques; and the convenient loopholes in the Freedom of Information Act. Drawing on previously unseen material and rigorous research, The History Thieves reveals how a complex bureaucratic machine has grown up around the British state, allowing governments to evade accountability and their secrets to be buried.

Siraj ud-Daulah Mirza Muhammad Siraj-ud-Daulah (1733 – 2 July 1757), commonly known as Siraj-ud-Daulah or Siraj ud-Daula, was the last independent Nawab of Bengal. The end of his reign marked the start…

In this post we look at Exploring Chandannagar History & Present. Traveldreams.Live is a blog which showcases destinations in India and has the ability to impact the traveller.Read on to know about this elusive French Colony in the Indian Subcontinent

Ujani Rajbari is a historical place at gopalganj. You can visit there to see this beautiful palace with your travel partners.

The British public first glimpsed the domestic interiors established by East India Company men and women in India through portraits. Although many artists situated their subjects in verandahs or out in Indian gardens, some painters chose interior settings. These early peeks soon became unsatisfactory as greater numbers of Britons (including...

Muslin is an important part of the heritage of present-day Bangladesh, and especially its capital Dhaka, which was once the centre of production of the exquisite fabric.

This beautiful Burgomaster colonial chair is raised on six cabriole legs with lion-paw feet, and has a semi-circular back decorated with carved medallions and flowers. This type of furniture was developed in the late 17th century in the former Dutch colonies in the East Indies and Indian subcontinent. Colonial inventories described such chairs as “round chairs” but they became known as “burgomaster chairs” in the 19th century. The name “burgomaster” is derived from the Dutch term “burgemeester”, which refers to individuals holding high positions. This also implies that such chairs would have been used by people of rank and status. Object: Chair Design: Unknown Style: Antique Period: 1850-1900 Country of origin: Dutch East Indies (Now Indonesia) Condition: Good. Wear is consistent with age and use. Great patina which is consistent with age and use. The cane is from a later date. Material: Teak, cane Colour : Brown Dimensions: Height: 84 cm. Width: 67 cm. Depth: 67 cm. Seating height: 40 cm. Height: 33 inch. Width: 26 inch. Depth: 26 inch. Seating height: 16 inch. Weight: 18 kg less

St George's Chapel is a place of worship for The Queen and the Royal Family as well as a church serving the local community. Built by kings, shaped by the history of the Royal Family and still the location for both splendid Royal events and private family moments, find out more about this most Royal of chapels

Study is first time weather data has been used argue wartime policies exacerbated famine

This colonial dish speaks to North America’s deep historical ties to the Indian Subcontinent.

The 1886 famine in Orissa state killed over a million people and galvanised Indians into fighting against British colonial rule, writes historian Dinyar Patel.

Bethany Linz Bethany Linz is an Australian artist and textile designer who has launched several collections and individual designs with Milton & King. Aged With Grace is a collection inspired by old hand-painted murals. Hence, they feature how these works of art seem to grow even more beautiful over the years. The aesthetic is tropical yet rustic. Young At Heart is Bethany’s first kids collection. The focus here is on educational wallpaper as well as simply playful and cheerful wallpaper. Both of these collections of wallpapers and fabrics concern time.  Bethany followed this up with her French Collection, which is inspired by the fascination that French culture experienced as world travel brought exotic food and animals to their attention. Her newest Marbling collection brings an ancient art into the modern era. Shop for Bethany Linz's wallpapers and fabrics and enrich your space. Read More.... Roll Dimensions24" (61.5cm) x 29.5ft (9m) Pattern RepeatNo Vertical Repeat / Repeats Horizontally Every 3 Panels Pattern MatchStraight Match FinishPre-trimmed Butt Join CleanabilityWashable UsageDomestic & Commercial Domestic & Commercial Domestic & Commercial Good Lightfastness Good Lightfastness Paste The Wall Paste The Wall Straight Match Straight Match Strippable Strippable Washable Washable Tearsheet

This beautiful Burgomaster colonial chair is raised on six cabriole legs with lion-paw feet, and has a semi-circular back decorated with carved medallions and flowers. This type of furniture was developed in the late 17th century in the former Dutch colonies in the East Indies and Indian subcontinent. Colonial inventories described such chairs as “round chairs” but they became known as “burgomaster chairs” in the 19th century. The name “burgomaster” is derived from the Dutch term “burgemeester”, which refers to individuals holding high positions. This also implies that such chairs would have been used by people of rank and status. Object: Chair Design: Unknown Style: Antique Period: 1850-1900 Country of origin: Dutch East Indies (Now Indonesia) Condition: Good. Wear is consistent with age and use. Great patina which is consistent with age and use. The cane is from a later date. Material: Teak, cane Colour : Brown Dimensions: Height: 84 cm. Width: 67 cm. Depth: 67 cm. Seating height: 40 cm. Height: 33 inch. Width: 26 inch. Depth: 26 inch. Seating height: 16 inch. Weight: 18 kg

This beautiful chair is raised on six cabriole legs with lion-paw feet, and has a semi-circular back decorated with carved medallions and flowers. This type of furniture was developed in the late 17th century in the former Dutch colonies in the East Indies and Indian subcontinent. Colonial inventories described such chairs as “round chairs” but they became known as “burgomaster chairs” in the 19th century. The name “burgomaster” is derived from the Dutch term “burgemeester”, which refers to individuals holding high positions. This also implies that such chairs would have been used by people of rank and status. Object: Chair Design: Unknown Style: Antique Period: 1850-1900 Country of origin: Dutch East Indies (Now Indonesia) Condition: Good. Wear is consistent with age and use. Great patina which is consistent with age and use. The cane is from a later date. Material: Teak, cane Colour : Brown Dimensions: Height: 84 cm. Width: 67 cm. Depth: 67 cm. Seating height: 40 cm.                        Height: 33 inch. Width: 26 inch. Depth: 26 inch. Seating height: 16 inch. Weight: 18 kg

The Great Indian Uprising of 1857 Facts & Worksheets. Includes lesson plans & study material resources. Available in PDF & Google Slides.

September 1947, Moslems waiting to leave for Pakistan as they seek protected transport to Dot Purana Qila, an ancient fort in Pakistan, where many refugees had gathered