British History Displayed: 1688-1950

Originally published in 1955, this book was originally intended to provide a general framework for one year’s syllabus of history teaching in secondary schools. Elliot covers British and European history from the end of the seventeenth century until the end of the Second World War, illustrating the text with drawings, photographs and maps showing important military campaigns, events, people and fashion trends. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in British history and the history of education.