History Hub
We’re proud to play a part in preserving history at Findmypast. That’s why we regularly publish insights on social history, local history, royal history and military history. Take a look. You may learn something your school history books didn’t teach you.
From orphanages to the Olivier Awards: dive into Ian McKellen's family history
Uncovering the military heroism of Kate Williams’ ancestors
Miners, labourers and marine carpenters: discover Huw Edwards’ working-class Welsh roots
Journey from humble roots to national stardom with David Attenborough's family tree
The incredible true stories behind the First World War's Christmas truce
The carol that was banned : The story of O Holy Night
These vintage Christmas adverts will put a nostalgic smile on your face
Salute your ancestor's service this Remembrance with new and exclusive military records
A story of migration and cultural exchange: Rishi Sunak's family tree
3 Lutyens war memorials definitely worth a visit
Seaside escape or city break? Discover the incredible rise of tourism in the 1921 Census
Were your ancestors caught up in the Irish War of Independence?
7 must-read books from Findmypast expert Jen Baldwin to discover your ancestor's migration
Diversity and diaspora in the 1921 Census
What we’ve discovered about Liz Truss’s fascinating family history
Discover Hollywood stardom and dive into Angela Lansbury's family tree
How the 1921 Census helps reveal the rich history of Britain’s deaf community
Here's what it was like to take a national census back in 1921
1920s style: class, controversy, and liberation
