BBC History Revealed Magazine  |  August 2020
The Norman Conquest of 1066 is one of the most well-known dates in English history, an event that reshaped the fabric of English politics, society and language. But just who were the Normans, and how did they come to invade England in the first place? Explore this pivotal moment in British history, from the Battle of Hastings to the Bayeux Tapestry.
Plus:
• How theologian Martin Luther sparked the Reformation – and then lost control of it
• Laurels and races, but not a gold medal in sight: explore the ancient Olympics of 436 BC
• If Abraham Lincoln hadn’t been assassinated, would his legacy have been different?
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Articles in this issue
Below is a selection of articles in BBC History Revealed Magazine August 2020.