Author Archives: readinghistory

Top Tips for New Undergraduate Historians

Posted on September 14, 2022 by readinghistory

Welcome to the University of Reading History department! If you are reading this, you are most likely a new student about to embark on their journey for an undergraduate History degree. Starting university can be overwhelming. In all the uncertainty … Continue reading →

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Pirate Legends IV: Hoist the Colours, by Luke Walters

Posted on September 6, 2022 by readinghistory

A Historical Blog Exploring the Myths and Legends of the Golden Age of Piracy ‘I ran to the colour lines, handed down their cursed black flag, and chucked it overboard…’ -Jim Hawkins, Treasure Island (1883) Despite the countless piratical tropes … Continue reading →

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Pirate Flag Challenge – Full Gallery

Posted on August 30, 2022 by readinghistory

Thank you to everyone who got involved with Captain Jackdaw’s Pirate Flag challenge! We were blown away by all the submissions, from pirate enthusiasts aged 3 – 10! It has been a joy to see at all the creativity on … Continue reading →

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Draw a pirate flag!

Posted on August 22, 2022 by readinghistory

A fun children’s challenge with a pirate treasure prize… Are you looking for a summer holiday activity for the kids? Do you know any young pirate enthusiasts? Do you want the chance to win a bundle of pirate-themed goodies? Then … Continue reading →

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Pirate Legends III: The Reign of the Pirate Queens, by Luke Walters

Posted on August 19, 2022 by readinghistory

A Historical Blog Exploring the Myths and Legends of the Golden Age of Piracy Thus far in the series, we have discussed some of the Golden Age of Piracy’s most prominent pirate captains. The first issue examined the tragedy of … Continue reading →

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