Lecturer in Department for Continuing Education, University of Oxford. Researches 17thC military history, English Civil War, medicine & warfare
Joined December 2014
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As well as our flagship Journal, SAHR also produces a quarterly members' newsletter. For more insights into the Society's activities, take a look at the most recent editions here: sahr.org.uk/newsletters.php
And if that tempts you to join us, details are at: sahr.org.uk/membership.php
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Tonight sees the second of our online lectures, with Richard Blakemore looking at the remarkable career of Robert Blake, who Nelson described as a better admiral than he. Ticket holders can watch live or catch a recording; details at: cromwellmuseum.org/whats-on/…
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LIVE WEBCAST
Schools’ History Conference 2026
@Cromwellorg
Thursday 25th June 2026 10.00 - 13.00 hours
Leading academic historians debate key topics from the A-Level syllabus.
REGISTER NOW
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Really important topic. Like I said on CavalierCast with @1642Author, it's a shame children in history are generally overlooked so much.
What was it like to be a child during the English Civil Wars? Join acclaimed historian, Dr Ismini Pells, for a fascinating Battle of Worcester Society talk exploring the untold experiences of children shaped by conflict, loss and survival in the 17th century. ⬇️
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What was it like to be a child during the English Civil Wars? Join acclaimed historian, Dr Ismini Pells, for a fascinating Battle of Worcester Society talk exploring the untold experiences of children shaped by conflict, loss and survival in the 17th century. ⬇️
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Listen to podcast with @IsminiPells discussing his career @world_turned worldturnedupsidedown.co.uk/…
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This Wednesday, 20 May, sees the first of our spring online lecture series, with Ismini Pells talking about the career of the Parliamentarian general Phillip Skippon and his relations with Cromwell. Book now at: cromwellmuseum.org/whats-on/…
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Really enjoyed participating in Stuart Saturday Live last weekend. @17thCenturyLady was a lovely host!
LIVE NOW! Stuart Saturday Live with Dr Ismini Pells x.com/i/broadcasts/1AGRnaqPV…
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Very excited to be participating in Stuart Saturday Live tomorrow!
Hear ye! THIS Saturday, 9 May 2026, join Andrea Zuvich, The Seventeenth Century Lady, as she welcomes guest historian, Dr Ismini Pells @IsminiPells, to chat about Sir Philip Skippon, 'the third-most senior general in parliament's New Model Army', the British Civil Wars, and her work with the Cromwell Association and the Battlefields Trust. Streaming live here on X, Facebook, & on YouTube: youtube.com/live/NGhODSBu_Cg…
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Next month sees the start of our Spring online lecture series, with a programme of top historians talking on aspects of the mind-1600s. Talks are held on Zoom and recorded for any ticket holders who can't watch live - more details at: cromwellmuseum.org/events/cr…
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This weekend @world_turned supported @ChCh_Oxford event 'Britain Turned Upside Down: Civil War and Republic, 1640-1660'. This residential event was attended by 10 speakers and 120 delegates with @WilliamJHague contributing an address. worldturnedupsidedown.co.uk/…
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NEW PODCAST
Understanding the conquest and occupation of Scotland
Much has been discussed about the effects of the execution of Charles I on the future of England. But its impact on Scotland often received less attention.
We talked to Laura Stewart.
worldturnedupsidedown.co.uk/…
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Very chuffed and a little bit shocked that @world_turned has been shortlisted for this prestigious award 🥳 It has been a pleasure to be part of this project and very many thanks to all our contributors!
Shortlisted for Learning Programme of the Year
@NCWClearning is thrilled to announce that @world_turned has been shortlisted for Learning Programme of the Year at the prestigious Museums Heritage Awards.
worldturnedupsidedown.co.uk/…
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The Annual Meeting of the Civil War Educators Network
30th June 2026 @NCWClearning
Register for your free place here: worldturnedupsidedown.co.uk/…
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Feb 13
Do you teach the #BritishCivilWars at #ALevelHistory ? Booking now open for @Cromwellorg Schools History Conference at @MuseumCromwell! Travel Grants available from @world_turned. Link for more details in replies.
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We are pleased to announce the shortlist for the 2025 Templer Medal & Chapple Prize for the year's best book & best first book on the land forces of the British Crown. We'll be profiling all the titles here, before the big reveal at our AGM in April.
sahr.org.uk/event-report.php…
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Congratulations @MuseumCromwell on the acquisition of what is believed to be Oliver Cromwell’s watch 👏
At a time when it was rare to own one, the "astonishingly small and beautiful" watch was a sign of Cromwell's importance ⌚
Read more via @BBCNews
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We are absolutely thrilled to share the Draft Programme for the Late Stuart Court Symposium - We have an amazing lineup of speakers! 📚
If you are interested in joining us in-person or online, sign up now using our Eventbrite: eventbrite.co.uk/e/198080653…
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Formalising the tradition of having a Student Representative on Council, SAHR seeks to appoint a Postgraduate Fellow for a term of two years beginning in April 2026. Details at sahr.org.uk/event-report.php…
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