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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

We are thrilled that in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2027, Lincoln Bishop has been ranked: 🎓 Top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality ⭐ Top 25 in the UK for Student Experience 🫱🏽‍🫲🏽 Top 20 in the UK for Social Inclusion 💜 Top 10 in the UK for Low Participation Areas

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Dr. Erik Grigg, Senior Lecturer in History, last week delivered a talk about the Lincolnshire Home Guard to the Sturton & Stow History Society 🪖 This exemplifies the brilliant public outreach offered by Erik and the whole History, Military History, and Archaeology team at Lincoln Bishop! 🎓🗃️

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Come along to the our Open Evening tomorrow (16th September) to learn all about studying History, Military History, or History joint degrees – including Archaeology & History – at Lincoln Bishop University! Full details here: lincolnbishop.ac.uk/open-days 🎓⚔️🪏 @lincolnbishopuni.bsky.social

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Thinking about studying Military History at university? Want to know more about our degree? In this video, students discuss their time at Lincoln Bishop, what they have enjoyed most about the course, and offer their advice for prospective applicants. Have a watch! 🎓⚔️ @lincolnbishopuni.bsky.social

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Why study Military History at Lincoln Bishop University?

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Thinking about your degree options through Clearing? Here's what some recent History graduates had to say about studying at Lincoln Bishop University, and why we might be the perfect place for you 🎓🏫🗃️ youtu.be/OWw8NQ5YA2U?... @lincolnbishopuni.bsky.social

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Why study History at Lincoln Bishop University?

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Congratulations to everyone collecting their A-level, T-level and BTec results today. Those of you who are joining us at Lincoln Bishop in September – we cannot wait to welcome you! 🥳🎓 @lincolnbishopuni.bsky.social

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

More pictures from last week's graduation ceremonies at Lincoln Cathedral are now available. Here's just a selection of our History, Military History, and History joint-degree students celebrating their degree awards alongside teaching staff 🎓🥳🗃️ @lincolnbishopuni.bsky.social

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Wonderful to see this quote from one of our recent Archaeology and History graduates, who notes how the "friendly atmosphere" at Lincoln Bishop University enabled him to succeed as a mature student 🎓🏫🥳 @lincolnbishopuni.bsky.social

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Dr Tim Galsworthy 🗃️ @timgalsworthy.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Sitting on the stage yesterday at graduation reminded me why, despite everything else, I love my job. Watching students walk across the stage to collect their degrees – knowing the difficulties many have overcome to get there, and the hard work each of them has put in – was beyond affirming 🗃️

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

It has been a privilege over the last two days to watch our History, Military History, and History-joint degree students graduate 🎓🗃️ We are so proud of everything they have achieved during their time with us and wish them every success in the future 🥳 📸 Pictured are some very thrilled staff!

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

We are delighted to share that in the NSS 2026 subject rankings, Archaeology at Lincoln Bishop ranked 10th in the UK for Student Satisfaction with History also in the top 20. This is a fantastic achievement and a credit to all the staff & students who make Lincoln Bishop such a special place 🥳🎓🗃️

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National Student Survey 2026: which university performed best?

Birmingham Newman University takes crown as UK institution with most satisfied students

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

We are absolutely over the moon that Lincoln Bishop has been ranked in the UK’s top five universities in the National Student Survey (NSS 2026) for the 3rd consecutive year, ranking top in the East Midlands. Congratulations to all the staff and students who have made this achievement possible 🥳🎓🏆

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Lincoln Bishop University ranked Top 5 in the UK in the National Student Survey | Lincoln Bishop University

We have ranked in the UK’s top five universities in the National Student Survey (NSS 2026) for the 3rd consecutive year, and are top in the East Midlands.

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Alan Malpass, Senior Lecturer in Military History, on his latest publication. Published in the edited collection "The Tasks of Peace", Alan's chapter examines the Braintree Experiment – an initiative that introduced German prisoners of war to British Society after WWII 📚🪖🇬🇧

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Chapter 2: The Braintree Experiment: Demonstrating the “British Way of Life” to German Prisoners of War in Post-War Britain | Aalborg University Open Publishing

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Lincoln Bishop University @lincolnbishopuni.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

🎉 Another end-of-year celebration – this time with our PGCE Secondary team! Thinking about a career in teaching? There's still time to apply for some of our PGCE Secondary courses for September 2026: lincolnbishop.ac.uk/courses/pgce-secondary

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Monday marked the start of our month-long 2026 Archaeology Field School. The team of Dr Martin Huggon, Dr Ian Hardwick, and Archeology & History BA students have opened two trenches on the Lincoln Bishop campus aiming to explore the Roman, medieval, and Victorian heritage of the area 🪏🌾🪎

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

We are delighted that History at Lincoln Bishop has been ranked 4th in the UK for Student Satisfaction in the Complete University Guide 2027. Congratulations to everyone who helps to make Lincoln Bishop such a special place, especially our staff and students! 🥳🎓 @lincolnbishopuni.bsky.social 🗃️

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

We are delighted that Lincoln Bishop has been ranked 1st in the UK for Student Satisfaction by the Complete University Guide 2027. History specifically ranked in the top 5 in the UK for Student Satisfaction. Congratulations to everyone who helps make Lincoln Bishop such a special place 🥳🎓

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

We are incredibly proud that in the 2026 WhatUni Student Choice Awards, @lincolnbishopuni.bsky.social has been ranked 1st in the East Midlands for Career Prospects & Student Support, and 2nd in the East Midlands for Lecturers and Teaching Quality. Congratulations to all our brilliant staff! 🥳🎓

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Dr. Alan Malpass, Senior Lecturer of Military History at @lincolnbishopuni.bsky.social, spoke to the Grantham Local History Society yesterday evening. His talk at Grantham Museum explored WWII Prisoner of Wars in Lincolnshire – especially at the Allington camp near Grantham 🗃️⛺️

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

As part of the Lincolnshire Local History Festival, Dr Erik Grigg's Home Guard display is in Boston Library until the end of May. He will be giving a free talk about the Lincolnshire Home Guard at Boston Library on May 29th. Do pop in to see the artefacts display and book your spot at his talk 🪖🗃️

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

During May, @lincolnbishopuni.bsky.social staff will take part in the Lincolnshire Local History Festival. Talks across the county will cover topics including warfare, peace, suffrage, and literature. Find full details here: www.better.org.uk/library/linc... 🗃️

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Lincolnshire Local History Festival

Discover Lincolnshire's vast heritage at the Lincolnshire Local History Festival this May

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Our colleague @timgalsworthy.bsky.social appeared on BBC 5 Live yesterday, offering analysis of events at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. This is exactly the kind of expertise and public engagement the History and Archaeology team at @lincolnbishopuni.bsky.social offers 🗃️

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

2nd year History and Military History students recently completed placements at museums, churches, heritage sites, schools & libraries as part of their Applied Public History module. Below is a selection of the incredibly positive feedback from placement providers 🧵🗃️ @lincolnbishopuni.bsky.social

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Come along to our Offer Holder Day this Saturday to discover what studying History, Military History, or a History joint degree at @lincolnbishopuni.bsky.social is like. You will have the opportunity to meet with academic staff, enjoy mock teaching sessions, and explore the campus 🎓🏫🗃️

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Yesterday we screened the latest instalment in our Cold War Cinema Club, the 1977 revenge thriller "Rolling Thunder." In his fascinating introduction, guest speaker Prof. Tony Taylor situated Rolling Thunder as one of the first films to deal with the individual and collective legacies of Vietnam 📽️🗃️

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Come and learn about studying History, Military History, or one of our History joint degrees at the next @lincolnbishopuni.bsky.social Open Day Lite on 25th April! See below for more details 👇 🗃️ #skystorians

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

On 27 March, Dr Erik Grigg – Senior Lecturer in History at @lincolnbishopuni.bsky.social – delivered a talk at the Lincoln Grandstand about Éamon de Valera's 1919 escape from Lincoln Prison. This talk, delivered to a packed audience, was for the Local Landscapes & Hidden Histories project 🗃️

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Yesterday we were joined by @drrebeccapinner.bsky.social, who delivered a brilliant paper discussing Waterscapes and Religious Culture in Medieval East Anglia. This event, the latest in our Historical and Archaeological Seminar Series, was attended by a sizeable & engaged audience #Skystorians 🗃️

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Yesterday we had the latest instalment in our Cold War Cinema Club – the 1989 road trip comedy "Leningrad Cowboys Go America." Dr Erik Grigg, Senior Lecturer in History, introduced the film in his own distinctive style by dressing as a member of the Leningrad Cowboys band! 📽️🤠

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Today we were joined by Prof. Oleh Petrechko from Drohobych Ivan Franko State Pedagogical University, who delivered a paper considering "How Emperors and Communists Erased the Past: The Art of Political Forgetting." This was part of our Historical and Archaeological Seminar Series 🗃️

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

Last week we held the first screening in our 2026 Cold War Cinema Club for students and staff. @timgalsworthy.bsky.social introduced "Good Night, and Good Luck", detailing the film's depiction of 1950s McCarthyism and television news – as well as its own context of production 📽️🗃️

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

This Wednesday we have the next talk in our Historical and Archaeological Seminar Series, held in collaboration with Drohobych State Pedagogical University, Ukraine. Steve Nunn will be discussing the impact and legacy of WW2 airfields on the Norfolk landscape. See the poster for full details 🗃️

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Congratulations @timgalsworthy.bsky.social! This exemplifies the brilliant research and public outreach undertaken by our team at @lincolnbishopuni.bsky.social 📚🗃️

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Dr Tim Galsworthy 🗃️ @timgalsworthy.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

I'm very excited that next Wednesday (25th February) I will be delivering an online talk about my book, "The Republican House Divided", through York St John University. The event is free to attend. It would be great if you could join us! Please register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-republ... 🗃️

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The Republican House Divided: The Party of Lincoln to the Party of Trump?

Join us as Dr. Tim Galsworthy discusses his new book The Republican House Divided.

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

In our latest YouTube video, the Military History staff at @lincolnbishopuni.bsky.social introduce themselves, their research interests, and the modules they teach. Watch the video here: youtu.be/m2e9RF2vo2w?... Please like this video and subscribe to our channel! 🪖🗃️

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Meet Lincoln Bishop University's Military History staff

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Lincoln Bishop University @lincolnbishopuni.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

Our Open Day Lite Events Are Back! ✨ Not ready for a full Open Day? No problem! Join us for Open Day Lite, the perfect way to explore our campus, courses, and student life. 📅 Pick a date and book your place: www.lincolnbishop.ac.uk/open-days

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

Due to unforeseen circumstances, Johanne Porter's 11th February talk in the Historical and Archaeological Seminar Series has been postponed. Details about a new time will be circulated at a later date

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

In this alumni story, Holly recounts her time studying History at @lincolnbishopuni.bsky.social and how it shaped her life and career 📚🏛️ Why not join us on a single or joint honours degree, and have your own rewarding and memorable experience? 🎓🗃️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=pfIu...

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BA History | Holly's Alumni Story

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

At our small and friendly campus in Lincoln, we offer undergraduate degrees in: History Military History Archaeology & History Education Studies & History English & History History & Theology, Philosophy, and Ethics Find out more about our degrees here: www.lincolnbishop.ac.uk/course-subje... 🎓🗃️

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History | Lincoln Bishop University

While studying History at Lincoln Bishop, you will explore a range of fascinating topics spanning a number of historical eras, in a variety of local, national a

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

This is a brilliant lunchtime lecture on "Lincolnshire's WW1 Story" delivered by Ed Tooker, a 3rd year Military History student at @lincolnbishopuni.bsky.social 🪖🗃️

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

Join us on 11th February for the next instalment of @lincolnbishopuni.bsky.social's Historical and Archaeological Seminar Series, in collaboration with Drohobych State Pedagogical University. Dr Johanne Porter from Lincoln Museum will discuss the St Edmund coinage in Viking 'Greater' East Anglia 🪙🗃️

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

Ed Tooker, a 3rd year Military History student at Lincoln Bishop, recently delivered a lunchtime lecture on Lincolnshire’s WWI Story. Congratulations Ed on your outstanding research and lecture. You can watch Ed's talk at North Lincolnshire Museum here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxaC... 🪖🗃️

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Mud, Men, and Machines: Lincolnshire’s WWI Story from Winterton to the Western Front

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Lincoln Bishop University @lincolnbishopuni.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

Offer Holders - Your Future Starts Here! 🎓 Got an offer from Lincoln Bishop? Now’s your chance to experience university life at our exclusive Offer Holder Day! 📅 Secure your place: bit.ly/4q6qkI0

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended our "Trump 2.0" event last night. Wide-ranging questions from an engaged audience allowed for a fruitful discussion of Donald Trump's first 12 months back in the White House. Thank you also to our panellists for offering their time and their insightful thoughts 🇺🇸🗃️

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

There is still time to sign-up for tonight's free "Trump 2.0" event. Please see the poster below for more details 🇺🇸🗃️

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

Just two days to go until "Trump 2.0 – One Year In." Join academic experts from Lincoln Bishop and the University of Lincoln to review the first 12 months of Donald Trump's second presidential term 🎓🇺🇸 This event is free and open to all. Please register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/trump-20-o... 🗃️

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

Next Wednesday (28/01/26), academics from Lincoln Bishop and the University of Lincoln will hold an interactive discussion about the first 12 months of Donald Trump's second term as president. "Trump 2.0" is a free event open to all, but you must register to attend via the QR code below 🇺🇸🗃️

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

If you study with us at Lincoln Bishop, you can have a rewarding and memorable experience just like Holly! 🎓🏫 Find out more about our single and joint honours degrees in History here: www.lincolnbishop.ac.uk/course-subje...? 🗃️

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History | Lincoln Bishop University

While studying History at Lincoln Bishop, you will explore a range of fascinating topics spanning a number of historical eras, in a variety of local, national a

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

We have started a YouTube channel for Historical & Archaeological Studies at @lincolnbishopuni.bsky.social! Look out for videos on a range of interesting topics. To kick us off, here is @timgalsworthy.bsky.social introducing his new book. Do like and subscribe! 📽️🗃️ youtube.com/shorts/4n93W...

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Historical and Archaeological Studies at Lincoln Bishop 🗃️ @lbishophisarch.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

On Monday, Dr Alan Malpass (Senior Lecturer of Military History at Lincoln Bishop) spoke to Caistor & District Local History Society about Axis Prisoners of War in Lincolnshire. His talk sparked fascinating discussions about the camp’s wartime role and its later life as an agricultural hostel 🗃️

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