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The History Chap

History Chap Live (19th April)

When The British Fought The Gurkhas | Anglo Nepalese War 1814-16

Postcard from Rorke’s Drift battlefield

What Happened This Week In British History?

Did you know the Windrush was a German troopship?

Origins of "Women & Children First" - HMS Birkenhead Disaster

The History Chap Live - 5th April

British End Zulu's Winning Streak - The Battle of Khambula 1879

Happy Easter from Worcester

Ever heard of this battle?

What were the Bantam Battalions in WW1?

The History Chap Live (29th March)

What Were The Bantam Battalions? World War 1

History Chap Live - Friday 22nd March (1pm UK)

The Battle of Hlobane 1879 - Anglo Zulu War

The History Chap Live - 15th March

Inside The Real Story Of The Cockleshell Heroes Film

History behind Pub names: The Alma

The History Chap Live - 8th March

William Coltman VC - Britain's Version Of Hacksaw Ridge

Death & Glory At the Taku Forts, China 1860 (P2)

The History Chap Live

2nd Opium War - Storming of the Taku Forts (Part1of 2)

A History Chap Dilemma - one or two videos?

“Blood is thicker than water”

Storming Of Taku Forts 1860 China - Coming soon…

The History Chap Live - Friday 23rd Feb

How did Albert Ball become a fighter ace at just 19?

WW1 Teenage Fighter Ace - Albert Ball VC

First Opium War Explained (Great Britain v China)

Statues from British history in London

Remembering the Crimean War 1854-56

British History In This Week (9th Feb)

The Battle of Medway - Roman Invasion of Britain AD 43

Sell-out audience for The History Chap talk. #britishhistory #historytalk #dadsarmy #comedyclassic

British History This Week (2nd Feb)

The Real Story Of "55 Days At Peking" & The Boxer Rebellion

Julius Caesar's Invasions of Britain 55 & 54 BC

This Week In British History - 26 Jan - Live Chat

British History This Week (19th Jan)

David Niven - WW2 Military Service (& his link to the Zulu War)

This Week in British History (12th Jan)

Charge of 21st Lancers at Battle of Omdurman

What Happened At The Battle Of Atbara, Sudan 1898

General Kitchener’s Desert Railway In Sudan

The First American Awarded The Victoria Cross

Coming soon… The First American To Be Awarded The Victoria Cross

Who was Woodbine Willie?

The Art of Manliness

Podcast #985: The Secret World of Bare-Knuckle Boxing

April 24, 2024 by Brett & Kate McKay

Have you ever noticed the guy in a fighting stance on the Art of Manliness logo? That’s not just some random symbol; it’s an actual dude: John L. Sullivan, the greatest bare-knuckle boxer of the 19th century. While most people think bare-knuckle boxing came to an end during Sullivan’s era, in fact, it never entirely […]

More Than Ever, the Medium Is the Message

April 23, 2024 by Brett & Kate McKay

Have you had two different experiences, one where you were dumped by text message, and one where you were broken up with in person? While similar sentiments were probably conveyed in both instances, the context of each likely changed your feelings about the experience and even how you then assessed and now remember the relationship. This example begins to get at what media philosopher Marshall McLuhan […]

Podcast #984: Why Your Memory Seems Bad (It’s Not Just Age)

April 22, 2024 by Brett & Kate McKay

Do you sometimes walk to another room in your house to get something, but then can’t remember what it was you wanted? Do you sometimes forget about an appointment or struggle to remember someone’s name? You may have chalked these lapses in memory up to getting older. And age can indeed play a role in […]

Skill of the Week: Survive a Fall Onto Subway Tracks

April 21, 2024 by Patrick Hutchison

An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — having the breadth of skills, the savoir-faire, to handle any situation you find yourself in. With that in mind, each Sunday we’ll be republishing one of the illustrated guides from our archives, so you can hone your […]

Sunday Firesides: You Should Join a Cult

April 21, 2024 by Brett & Kate McKay

In the present age, the word “cult” is used in a pejorative sense. But it didn’t always carry this negative baggage. Cult derives from the Latin cultus, which was originally an agri-cult-ural term referring to the cultivation of the land. The Romans, who participated in both state and private cults, used the word to describe […]

HubSpot

What is a Competitive Analysis — and How Do You Conduct One?
April 24, 2024 by
Every time I work with a new brand, my first order of business is to conduct a competitive analysis.
The Best Fonts for Your Resume in 2024, According to HubSpot Recruiters
April 24, 2024 by Caroline Forsey
Besides your content, using one of the best fonts for resumes may help you get a recruiter’s attention. Studies have shown recruiters typically scan a resume for six to thirty seconds before deciding if an applicant is fit for a role.
How to Find, Highlight & Remove Duplicates in Google Sheets [Step-by-Step]
April 24, 2024 by Doug Bonderud
Duplicate data is the bane of spreadsheet solutions, especially at scale. Given the volume and variety of data now entered by teams, it’s possible that duplicate data in tools like Google Sheets may be relevant and necessary, or it could be a frustrating distraction from the primary purpose of spreadsheet efforts.
Best Personal Website from Marketers, Creators, and Other Business Professionals Who’ll Inspire You
April 23, 2024 by Sam Lauron
An about me website is your chance to showcase your personality and credentials in an engaging format. But without strong personal website examples to guide you, you may not know how to get started or what will work best for your personal branding.
How to Answer ‘What Makes You Unique?’ & Stand Out in Your Next Interview
April 23, 2024 by Alana Chinn
Whenever I get asked ‘What makes you unique?’ or ‘What makes you stand out from other candidates?’ in an interview, I use it as the perfect opportunity to explain why I’m the best person for the role.