My friend wrote a history of Whitby
A blog about history and true crime. Historical trivia and stories about true crime.
Wednesday, 27 March 2024
Monday, 25 March 2024
The Slave Trade Ends
On 25 March 1807 Britain abolished the slave trade. (The first country to abolish it was Denmark in 1792).
Sunday, 24 March 2024
Women's Olympiad
The Women's Olympiad began on 24 March 1921. It was the first international women's sports event.
Friday, 22 March 2024
Cathcold Tower, Southampton
During World War II an anti-aircraft gun was placed on Catchcold Tower in Southampton. It was the last time the Medieval walls played a part in the defence of the city.
Wednesday, 20 March 2024
Spring
It's Spring again. People once called it Lenten, which means lengthen because the days are growing longer. But in the 14th century, people called it springing time because the leaves on trees are springing out. By the 16th century, it was just called Spring. It's so nice to see nature coming back to life. 😎