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The Wohl Library of the @ihr.bsky.social is a national resource for everyone researching or writing history. Membership is free to everyone and we are an open access, reference library holding over 200,000 books and journals.

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Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Some new acquisitions for the new academic year, ranging from the medieval to the contemporary. If you would like to explore more, browse our collections pages www.history.ac.uk/library/coll... And...
A selection of new book acquisitions in the Institute of Historical Research library, September 2026.A selection of new book acquisitions in the Institute of Historical Research library, September 2026.A selection of new book acquisitions in the Institute of Historical Research library, September 2026.A selection of new book acquisitions in the Institute of Historical Research library, September 2026.
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Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
It's that time of year again. Any existing member can renew their membership by filling out the form from our library membership page. Similarly any new members with an interest in history can join the library too (no proof of ID required and completely free) - www.history.ac.uk/library/libr...
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Library Membership
The IHR Library offers free membership for academic staff, students and researchers.
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Institute of Historical Research @ihr.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
History Day is back! Join us on 18 November.
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Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Just letting our readers know we have two new collection guides available, one giving a general overview of our Latin American collections, and the other focusing on Brazil. Feel free to have a browse. www.history.ac.uk/library/coll... www.history.ac.uk/library/coll...
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Latin American History Collections
Discover the Latin American History Collections in the IHR Wohl Library
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Institute of Historical Research @ihr.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Are you starting a new research degree in history from Sept? If so, come along to our in-person IHR workshop & learn about our fantastic @ihrlibrary.bsky.social, our 60 IHR seminars & how you can join @ihrhistorylab.bsky.social, our national postgraduate network! www.history.ac.uk/news-events/...
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IHR Workshop for New Research Students in History | 2026
IHR Research Training
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Institute of Historical Research @ihr.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
25 Nov. Join us for this online Open History Library Training sessions, hosted by @ihrlibrary.bsky.social team, who will introduce you to the wealth of Latin American collections and resources available at the IHR & @senatehouselib.bsky.social www.history.ac.uk/news-events/... @ilcs.bsky.social
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Open History Library Training: Introducing Latin American History Collections and Resources
CLACS & IHR Research Training
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Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
Just letting readers know about our August opening hours. Throughout August we will be closed on Saturday and from Monday to Friday we will be open from 09.00 to 18.30. Our regular hours will resume from the 1st September. www.history.ac.uk/about-us/ope...
Notice showing the August opening hours for the Institute of Historical Research. From the 1st August the IHR will be open from 09.00-18.30 Monday to Friday and closed on Saturday. The IHR's regular times will resume on the 1st September.
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Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
🖨️ This maintenance work has been postponed. Printing will remain available on Wednesday 15 July. Apologies for any confusion caused. 🖨️
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Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
Graphic of a printer with the text "The printing service will be unavailable this Wednesday 15 July due to essential maintenance.  We apologise for any inconvenience caused." below.
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Victoria County History @vch-home.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
We are delighted to share the news that the latest new VCH project is live. We have published only one volume for #Devon to date, and now Professor Nicholas Orme has begun the process of developing text on the county's medieval religious houses. The first drafts are now available. #Skystorians 1/3
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Devon volume II - The Medieval Church and Religious Houses to 1550
When completed, the Victoria County History of Devon, volume II will provide detailed accounts of the medieval church in Devon and the religious houses of the county.
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Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
Although it's a bit toasty, Dantean (other adjectives are available), drinking water can be found in the ground floor common room and, as some have discovered, the basement reading room remains cool. Also if anyone wants some cool reading, you can find works in polar history within our collections.
Illustrations from The Arctic Journal of Captain Henry Wemyss Feilden (3rd floor reading room, shelf-mark CG.171/Hak/3/35)Source in Een jaar bij de ijsberen: het logboek van de Nederlandse Spitsbergen-Expeditie 1968-1969 (in the second floor Wohl Reading Room, shelf-mark ENA.721/122)Illustration from The Gentleman's Magazine, October 1769 (First Floor Wohl Reading Room, shelf-mark B.760/Gen)
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Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Before next week's @ihr.bsky.social London Summer School (Sickness & Health) begins, all are welcome to browse the library's collection guide on Medical History. It includes an overview of what can be found in the library and links to other relevant collections - www.history.ac.uk/library/coll...
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History of Medicine Collections
Discover Medical History Collections in the IHR Wohl Library.
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Centre for the History of People, Place & Community @chppc.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Recent @ihr.bsky.social MA student and Library Services Manager @ihrlibrary.bsky.social, @katewilcox.bsky.social, has won the Phil Batman Family History Prize (Centre for Regional & Local History, University of Leicester). Discover her powerful and moving project: blog.history.ac.uk/2026/06/crea...
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Creative historical practice: an eighty-year family journey - On History
Kate Wilcox, Library Services Manager at the IHR, recently completed the IHR’s MA in History, Place and Community. Here, she shares her experiences of developing a critical-creative research project.
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Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
New Books time again. Browse a range of titles recently acquired by the library ranging from medieval Germany, via 17th century Mexico and Eton in the 1990s, finishing at a squat in Paris in 2015. If you like what you see remember membership is free www.history.ac.uk/library/libr...
A selection of book titles recently acquired by the IHR library in May 2026.A selection of book titles recently acquired by the IHR library in May 2026.A selection of book titles recently acquired by the IHR library in May 2026.
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Dr Eve Hayes @evehayes123.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
Very excited to announce this upcoming Open History Library Training introducing our extensive - and world renowned - Latin American collections! www.history.ac.uk/news-events/... @ihrlibrary.bsky.social @ihr.bsky.social @senatehouselib.bsky.social @ilcs.bsky.social @sas-news.bsky.social #LASA2026
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School of Advanced Study, University of London @sas-news.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
Enjoy world-class resources at the Institute of Historical Research and access one of the world’s greatest open-shelf collections of primary works, reference materials, bibliographical and archival guides in the study of history. Find out more: history.ac.uk
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Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
For anyone interested in Tudor government or Elizabeth I in general, newly arrived in the library today are the Proceedings of the Privy Council, 1582-1583. It's now on the shelves in the first floor reading room - search.libraries.london.ac.uk/permalink/44...
Image showing the edition of Proceedings of the Privy Council of Queen Elizabeth I, 1582-1583 acquired by the IHR Library in May 2026.
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Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 09/05/2026
New books time again which IHR library members can browse on the 1st and 2nd floors (P.S. becoming a member is easy and free - just fill out a form www.history.ac.uk/library/libr...)
Image showing a range of new titles added to the IHR Library's collections in May 2026.Image showing a range of new titles added to the IHR Library's collections in May 2026.Image showing a range of new titles added to the IHR Library's collections in May 2026.Image showing a range of new titles added to the IHR Library's collections in May 2026.
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Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
Launched late last week, the lastest IHR library collection guides, this time on the History of Emotions www.history.ac.uk/library/coll...
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History of Emotions Collections
Discover History of Emotions Collections in the IHR Wohl Library
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Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
We're closed on Saturday 2 and Monday 4 May, and Saturday 23 and Monday 25 May for the May Bank Holidays. We will reopen on Tuesday 5 and 26 as normal. For more details on our upcoming closures and our opening hours see history.ac.uk/about-us/opening-hours
Text reading May Bank Holiday Closures. The IHR Library is closed: Saturday 2 May, Monday 4 May. Saturday 23 May, Monday 25 May. 

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Uni of Sheffield Special Collections, Heritage and Archives SCHA @uoscollections.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Last week we hosted the History and Archives in Practice annual conference #HAP26 and what an incredible day we had!👏 This year's theme 'Shaping Societies, Improving Lives' was explored through panels, workshops and a showcase of archive services and projects all over the UK... [1/4]
A 'Welcome to the History and Archives Practice' conference sign on a door.
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Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
We're keeping our survey open till the end of the month! If you haven't had a chance to share your thoughts, please do so here: buff.ly/92pbzWx. Plus there is the opportunity to win a £25 National Book Token if you complete the survey and enter into our optional prize draw 📖
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Institute of Historical Research @ihr.bsky.social · 15/03/2026
Still time to book - Join us for this online training session on 28th April, hosted by the @ihrlibrary.bsky.social team, which will bring together a panel of historians, librarians and subject specialists to discuss the History of Emotions www.history.ac.uk/news-events/...
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Researching the History of Emotions
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Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
And they're back! Readers can oncemore access our range of collection guides which give overviews to our collections as well as introductions to themes which run through them. Follow the link to start browsing: www.history.ac.uk/library/coll... Even more will be added in the coming weeks.
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Collections
Information about the IHR Wohl Library's collections.
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Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
This Women's History Month and International Women's Day we're highlighting one of the most important women in the IHR's own history - Eliza Jeffries Davis. Jeffries Davis was a historian (and librarian!) who played a pivotal role in the founding of the IHR.
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Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
It's new books time again. You can view a selection of newly acquired items on the 1st and 2nd floors including a selection of sources, reference works and historiography titles ranging from the medieval to the contemporary.
A selection of new items acquired by the IHR library in March 2026.A selection of new items acquired by the IHR library in March 2026.A selection of new items acquired by the IHR library in March 2026.A selection of new items acquired by the IHR library in March 2026.
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Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
The IHR Library 2026 survey is now open and closes Friday 10 April! 😊 Do you have any feedback, comments or suggestions about the IHR Library? If so, please fill out our annual survey here: forms.office.com/e/BjwVZYhsc5.
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Institute of Historical Research @ihr.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
The Bibliography of British and Irish History (BBIH) has recently been updated with 4000+ new references. Discover further details about this update in this On History blog buff.ly/eWSMfuT @brepols.net
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Bibliography of British and Irish History February 2026 update  - On History
What’s new in BBIH?   The February 2026 update to the Bibliography of British and Irish History adds over 4,000 new publications. The new update includes books, journal articles, book chapters, and…
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Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
Happy Valentines Day from all of us at the IHR Library! We have many romantic texts on our shelves including these collections of love letters. 💌 Second image taken from Lovers in Wartime 1944 to 1945 by Vaughn Davis Bornet.
Stack of books including Life and Love in Nazi Prague, Medieval Love Letters, A Singular Marriage, Lovers in Wartime 1944 to 1945, and The Lost Love Letters of Heloise and Abelard.Extract from Lovers in Wartime 1944 to 1945 stating Darling, In reply to your question "Will we be married if the leave does come through?" Beth, I'd marry you any time, any place, under any conditions with or without a honeymoon. [Underscore added]. Vaughn
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Institute of Historical Research @ihr.bsky.social · 08/02/2026
Date for your diary - join us Join us for this online training session on 28th April, hosted by the @ihrlibrary.bsky.social team, which will bring together a panel of historians, librarians and subject specialists to discuss the History of Emotions www.history.ac.uk/news-events/...
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Researching the History of Emotions
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Institute of Historical Research @ihr.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
Are you studying, researching or teaching the histories of race and ethnicity? Try using the Bibliography of British and Irish History (BBIH). It contains 670,000+ resources from 55 BCE to today! Find out how to use BBIH buff.ly/yD11954 @brepols.net
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Using BBIH online: a help pack for students and lecturers
For the academic year, we've a help pack offering guides to BBIH in undergraduate and graduate teaching and research. With embeddable content for VLEs.
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Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
🏳️‍🌈 February is LGBT+ History Month. This year's theme is Science and Innovation so we are highlighting some prominent LGBT+ scientists and innovators featured in the IHR Library's Collection! 🧑‍🔬 #LGBTHistoryMonth
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Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
Thanks - if anyone wants an overview of what we have we have a guide to the types of maps you can find here - www.history.ac.uk/map-collecti...
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Map Collections
Find out more about cartographic resources in the IHR Wohl Library. Covering all parts of the world, the collections include sheet maps, atlases, gazetteers and guides.
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Neil Stewart @neilstewart.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
A reminder that applications for this post close this Sunday 1 February. @ihr.bsky.social @ihrlibrary.bsky.social
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Institute of Historical Research @ihr.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
Are you studying, researching or teaching in the histories of Britain or Ireland? Try using the Bibliography of British and Irish History (BBIH), it contains 670,000+ resources from 55 BCE to today! Find out how to use BBIH buff.ly/yD11954 @brepols.net
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Using BBIH online: a help pack for students and lecturers
For the academic year, we've a help pack offering guides to BBIH in undergraduate and graduate teaching and research. With embeddable content for VLEs.
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Centre for the History of People, Place & Community @chppc.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
Great to see our new IHR Discovery Course on 'Historic Maps: Interpreting Stories of Place', led by @justincolson.bsky.social, getting off to a brilliant start this morning. A full room, lots of treasures from @ihrlibrary.bsky.social, + a fascinating few days of lectures, workshops and visits ahead!
Dr Justin Colson welcomes participantsTreasures and key reading from the libraryHistoric maps and other materials from the library
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Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
If anyone would like a similar session, details about arranging it can be found here: www.history.ac.uk/library-digi...
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Enquiries and Tours
Contact our expert library and digital staff for enquiries, training or visits.
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St Peter's College, University of Oxford @spcoxford.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
It is with deep sadness that the Master and Fellows of St Peter’s College share news of the death of Professor Stephen Baxter, Fellow and Tutor in Medieval History. Our full tribute will be shared soon. ow.ly/cy8J50Y0yrB
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Institute of Historical Research @ihr.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
More Research Training from the IHR . The term 2 calendar is now live. www.history.ac.uk/study-traini...
Calendar of IHR Research Training January to April 2026. All the details are in the web link in the body of the post.
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Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
A range of titles can be browsed on the display on the first floor highlighting new addtions to our local history collections including two new titles gifted to us from @vch-home.bsky.social
Display of new local history titles (January 2026)Display of new local history titles (January 2026)
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Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
Join us for this online training session, hosted by the IHR Library and Digital Team, which will bring together a panel of historians, librarians and subject specialists to discuss the History of Emotions. Everyone is welcome.
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Catherine Clarke @cathamclarke.bsky.social · 07/01/2026
These new courses, on a similar model to our @ihr.bsky.social Summer School, are going to be really exciting! Teaching, trips and guest experts, then the option to add a (free) extra day with bespoke research guidance from our colleagues @ihrlibrary.bsky.social, to work on your own current project.
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Neil Stewart @neilstewart.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
We're advertising for a new Graduate Trainee Library Assistant, to start here at the IHR in September 2026. It's a great introduction to libraries and the profession, and the IHR is a fascinating place to work. Please repost! www.jobs.ac.uk/job/DPZ835/g... @ihr.bsky.social @ihrlibrary.bsky.social
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Graduate Trainee Library Assistant at University of London
Discover Graduate Trainee Library Assistant jobs and more in higher education on jobs.ac.uk. Apply for further details on the top job board.
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Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 03/01/2026
🎉 We re-open bright and early at 9am after Winter break on Monday. See you then! 🎉
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Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
History Day is one of the library team's favourite days of the year! Hear more about it here: #HistDay25
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Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 15/12/2025
🎄 As Christmas is around the corner we thought we'd highlight some festive books in the IHR Library's collection. Check out our blog post here: buff.ly/n51KGU8 🎄
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Institute of Historical Research @ihr.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
Discover Christmas in the @IHRLibrary.bsky.social with our Graduate Library Trainees, Sasha Pond and Sarah Snelling blog.history.ac.uk/2025/12/chri...
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Christmas in the IHR Wohl Library - On History
This blog post was written by Sasha Pond and Sarah Snelling, the 2025-2026 Graduate Trainee Library Assistants at the IHR Wohl Library. This Christmas at the IHR Wohl Library we are highlighting four…
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Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
20 November to 20 December is UK Disability History Month. Here at the IHR we have been relaunching our collection guides including our Disability History guide: buff.ly/zXSqTKe
Black and White photo of a woman pushing someone in a wheelchair below the text Disability History Month.
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Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
☃️ ❄️ The IHR Wohl Library will close on 24 December and reopen on 5 January 2026! ❄️ ☃️
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Institute of Historical Research @ihr.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
Cloudflare seem to have sorted out the issue we are back to normal now.
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