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The beautiful nuance of ‘A Passage to India’

On June 7, 2021 By Glenn Armstrong

Glenn Armstrong reviews E.M. Forster’s ‘A Passage to India’, discussing what it reveals about British colonial attitudes and where it falls short.

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Looking beyond Brittain and Nightingale

On May 24, 2021 By John Stewart
Global Middle Ages History

The Global Middle Ages: A Radical New Way of Doing History

On May 15, 2021 By Luke Bateman

Should undergraduate historians be forced to take British history papers?

On May 5, 2021 By Nathan Land
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Tbilisi: Lucky Number 27

On April 19, 2021 By Maciej Nowakowski

“Et in Arcadia Ego”: Brideshead Revisited and Oxford’s 1920s Gay Scene

On March 15, 2021

100 Years of Northern Ireland

On March 13, 2021

Exclusive Interviews With Influential Female Historians at Oxford

On March 8, 2021

Bad Gays: Issues with HIV activism in gay historiography

On February 27, 2021

OHR Editors’ Picks Part Two: from Asante to America

On February 22, 2021

Charting Oxford’s History Through its Pubs

On February 19, 2021

A Town vs Gown Showdown

On February 14, 2021

A Review of HBI IV – What’s Happened to Wales?

On February 10, 2021

Don’t Hate the Player, Hate the Game

On February 3, 2021
a British Raj riverside bath, with the title of the article.

The beautiful nuance of ‘A Passage to India’

On June 7, 2021 By Glenn Armstrong In New, Page and Screen

Glenn Armstrong reviews E.M. Forster’s ‘A Passage to India’, discussing what it reveals about British colonial attitudes and where it falls short.

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A painting of a WW1 nurse in the centre, haloed by light. Around her are words associated with the article in black and white.

Looking beyond Brittain and Nightingale

On May 24, 2021 By John Stewart In New, Student Voices

John Stewart sheds light on the reality of nurses in World War One, looking beyond the influences of Vera Brittain and Florence Nightingale.

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Global Middle Ages History

The Global Middle Ages: A Radical New Way of Doing History

On May 15, 2021 By Luke Bateman In New, Opinion

Luke Bateman reviews the EWF4 paper, or Global Middle Ages.

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Should undergraduate historians be forced to take British history papers?

On May 5, 2021 By Nathan Land In New, Opinion

“No matter what country you’re learning about, you’ll probably bump into Britain.” Nathan Land argues against compulsory British history papers.

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Tbilisi: Lucky Number 27

On April 19, 2021 By Maciej Nowakowski In Cities of Hope, New

“The story of Tbilisi is one of constant adaptation and rebirth.”

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In defence of Historiography

On April 10, 2021 By Daniel Morgan In New, Opinion

Daniel Morgan sets out the case for the continued relevance of the Historiography Prelims paper.

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On Old English Translation: Wulf’s Tale

On April 5, 2021 By Yasmin Howells In New, Student Voices

Yasmin Howells’ creative translation of Wulf and Eadwacer, an Old English Poem found in the Book of Exeter.

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The Oxford Bulldogs: Bark Worse than their Bite?

On March 25, 2021 By Charlotte Kutz In Foundation Myths, New

Did Oxford University’s bowler hatted police force have any real power? And what does its existence say about the wider university?

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Warsaw: Life Imitates Art

On March 18, 2021 By Maciej Nowakowski In Cities of Hope, New, Student Voices

Maciej Nowakowski opens his ‘Cities of Hope’ series by looking at Warsaw, “the Paris of the North”.

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The Dig does not approach the Old English period in an exciting, or new way

On March 16, 2021 By Maebh Howell In New, Page and Screen

Maebh Howell discusses Netflix’s The Dig, and how the Old English period is more varied and interesting than the film implies.

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OHR is the student voice of History in Oxford. Created by a small team of students, we aim to connect history lovers across the university 🌊✨🌌

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Meet the Team is back! 🤩 We’ll be kicking thi Meet the Team is back! 🤩 We’ll be kicking things off with our Editors-in-Chief, as well as the Marketing and Promotions team, so be sure to follow along over the next few posts to take a peak at all of our wonderful editors ✍️ Head to our website to read the teams’ profiles, or take a look below 👇😎 • Originally from Rugby, Oliver is a third-year Historian at Merton. Fun fact: He’s a descendant of Anthony Babington, the leader of the Babington plot against Elizabeth I in 1586! • James is a third-year History student from Merton. He lives in Bournemouth and will probably tell you all about how it was ranked the 5th best beach in Europe (TripAdvisor 2019). • Molly is a third-year Historian at Merton originally from Southend-on-Sea. In between defending the reputations of Merton and Essex she decided to start OHR with James and Oliver. Molly particularly loves women’s and gender history and detests learning about British kings. • Rebecca manages the Oxford History Review marketing, including our Instagram, Facebook, and website. She studies French and Linguistics and is currently on her year abroad. Fun fact: she loves castles. • Keiran is a second-year historian at Merton who manages the social media and marketing alongside Rebecca. He's a medievalist through and through, enjoys cultural history - for its myth/religion and gender approaches - and thinks Merton's claim to being the oldest Oxford College is pretty justified. Fun fact: the English Heritage membership is by Far the most important card in his wallet
"Forster’s looking glass might show an India dis "Forster’s looking glass might show an India distorted by his contextual prejudices, but he overcomes many of these by revealing complex characters indelibly shaped by their historical circumstances." There were too many good quotes from this article for us to pick from... Glenn Armstrong reviews E.M. Forster's 'A Passage to India', looking at how this classic is haunted by its prejudices and context. Read it now via our website (link in bio).
Happy #pridemonth! 🥳🏳️‍🌈 To celebra Happy #pridemonth! 🥳🏳️‍🌈 To celebrate, we're sharing two of our well-loved articles all about LGBTQ history. You can access them via the link in our bio - just tap "LGBTQ+ history". We're also opening up our previous LGBTQ history commissions - if you'd like to write about women who were "just friends" or find out what connects the Gay Liberation Front to Pembroke, you can view these in our "commissions" highlight! Have a wonderful month of pride everyone!
"...it is important to recognize that there was no "...it is important to recognize that there was not just one single kind of nurse in the Great War, and that the dominance of women like Florence Nightingale or Vera Brittain in popular culture obscures the important and experience of women from less privileged backgrounds." John Stewart discusses the nurses of the Great War, and the diverse influences on their experiences, treatment and identities, both contemporary and modern. Read it via our website (link in bio)!
Introducing our final set of commissions (for now Introducing our final set of commissions (for now 👀) - Student Voices! Our fantastic editors have put together some ideas for you to write about, from British to Indian politics to the impact of colonialism! If you'd like to take one of these commissions, or write about something else you're passionate about, simply DM or email us. Happy writing! 🌊
Introducing our Opinion commissions - previously c Introducing our Opinion commissions - previously called Module Reviews, this section looks at the study of history at Oxford. With the name change comes an invitation to students studying *any subject* to engage with the historical content and analysis within their degree. We hope you find these commissions inspiring! If you'd like to take one, or pitch an alternative idea to OHR, simply contact us via DM or email. Happy writing ✍
"By questioning the capitalist narrative of ‘glo "By questioning the capitalist narrative of ‘globalisation as progress,’ the paper challenges its students to not just approach history differently, but to rethink the modern world itself. You sign up for medieval history, and come away with a new perspective on the present." Luke Bateman reviews the EWF4 paper, or 'The Global Middle Ages', in all its strangeness, intersectionality and gerbil connections. Read it via our website now (link in bio). . . . #historystudent #medieval #middleages #studyhistory #studentlife #opinion #review #historystuff #worldhistory #oxford #universityofoxford #historians #historian #studenthistory #studentjournal #historiansofinstagram #historymatters #historyonline #teachhistory #historicalstudies #historybuff #oxforduniversity #historic
Our Foundation Myths commissions are now also live Our Foundation Myths commissions are now also live and available for you to start writing about! From Oxford scholars to scholarly debate, there's something here for everyone. However, if you have an idea you'd like to write about, simply DM or email us, or get in touch with section editors Isaac or Luke. Happy writing! ✍ Ps. Which famous anthropologist can you spot a picture of on these slides? 🧐 . . . #studentmagazine #historystuff #historymatters #oxforduniversity #oxforduni #oxford #oxfordhistory #universityofoxford #historystudent #historylovers #historyonline #britishhistory #historyofbritain #wycliffe #debate #historicaldebate #historicalstudies #protest #ruskin Slide 2: Image belongs to Anadolu via The Telegraph Slide 3: Image belongs to ruskin.ac.uk
Our Trinity Term commissions are kicking off with Our Trinity Term commissions are kicking off with our Page and Screen section! From Netflix to the Oscars and back, there's plenty on offer to take your mind off those upcoming exams... To take one of our commissions, simply comment, DM us or email us at oxfordhistoryreview@gmail.com. Inspired by these commissions and have an idea you'd like to propose? We accept pitches, so simply contact us with your idea! Happy writing! . . . #studentmagazine #oxford #history #historystudent #pose #lineofduty #wolfsonprize #studyhistory #historystudents #historylovers #historymatters #uniofoxford #universityofoxford #oxforduni #historical #modernhistory #aidshistory #historians #historystuff #onlinemagazine #magazine #studenthistorian
We're now on Twitter! 🥳 After considering it f We're now on Twitter! 🥳 After considering it for a while, we're now on Twitter at @OxHistoryReview. Make sure to follow us for article updates, opportunities and much more! You can also find the link to follow us in our bio! Question: what history-related accounts do you follow on Twitter? Let us know your recommendations 👇 . . . #studentmagazine #oxford #oxforduniversity #historians #history #historystudent #historyonline #teachhistory #historystuff #historylover #historiansofinstagram #twitter #historystudents #uniofoxford #onlinepublication #historymatters #accessiblehistory #historyforall
"There’s some rumour that students in Britain do "There’s some rumour that students in Britain don’t learn about British history. To put it frankly, that’s wrong." Nathan Land discusses the issue of making British history compulsory for undergraduate students - and exactly why it shouldn't happen. Read it on our website now - link in our bio! #oxford #historyofbritain #britishhistory #historyofeurope #historystudent #studyhistory #historystudents #historylovers #historymatters #historicalstudies #debates #academia #academiclife #historians #historian #historyteachersfollowloop #historybuff
"Located strategically central within the Caucasus "Located strategically central within the Caucasus region and surrounded by an array of major regional and international powers, this cosmopolitan hub had to be rebuilt an astonishing 27 times." Maciej Nowakowski continues his Cities of Hope series, examining how the Borjgali is so important for the resilience of Tbilisi, Georgia. Read it via our website now (link in bio). . . . #tbilisi #georgia #borjgali #historystudent #georgianhistory #oxford #studyhistory #architecture #historyofcities #cityhistory #urbanhistory #urbanpast #studenthistory #studentjournal #historyofeurope #historyofasia #caucasus #caucasusregions #tbilisigeorgia #historyof #historians #historicalplace
Applications to be part of our editorial team are Applications to be part of our editorial team are sadly now closed. Thank you to everyone who applied - we'll be in touch shortly to arrange the next steps. Don't want to be an editor, but still want to get involved? Why not get involved with writing or illustrating for us? Simply message us or contact us at oxfordhistoryreview@gmail.com to get involved. . . . #studentmagazine #oxford #oxforduniversity #oxforduni #studyhistory #studentlife #studenthistory #studentjournal #oxfordhistory #historystudent #students #historians #historystuff #historylover #studenthistorian #historystudents #historylovers #studentopportunities #cvbuilder #oxbridge
"Though the authors are often partisan at best and "Though the authors are often partisan at best and cringeworthy at worst, the records of their prejudices immortalise the thoughts and attitudes which are central to history." Daniel Morgan reviews the Historiography module, and why first year Historians should consider it despite its tarnished reputation. Read it at the link in our bio now! . . . #historians #historystudent #historylovers #machiavelli #tacitus #oxford #oxforduniversity #universityofoxford #oxbridge #history #studyhistory #historiography #historicalstudies #university #oxforduni #uniofoxford #studenthistory #magazine #historian
"I’ve come to refer to the translation process n "I’ve come to refer to the translation process not as a process, but as a journey; it isn’t a chronological journey, or one with a clear beginning or end. Instead, it’s a tying together of strings – different critical interpretations, contesting translations, possible etymologies, cultural blends, mythological references." Yasmin Howells presents her translation of "Wulf and Eadwacer" and reflects on her broader approach to Old English translation. Check it out via the link in the bio 📚 . . . #translation #oldenglish #middleenglish #englishlanguage #poetry #poem #oldpoetry #poems #poet #painting #interpretation #artistic #study #history #historian #oxford #oxforduni #oxforduniversity #lovehistory #writer #englishhistory #englishhistorynerd #englishheritage #creative #poetrylovers #poetrycommunity
Interested in working in a small but motivated tea Interested in working in a small but motivated team? Gaining some experience? Shaping a magazine and its content? If you'd like the chance to help shape Oxford History Review, why not sign up to be one of our editors? We're looking for several editors to pitch, edit and sign off on interesting history articles. You don't need to be a history student to apply - a love of history is essential however! To apply, please visit the google form in our bio. If you have any questions about the application process, please get in touch with us. Applications close at 10pm on Thursday 15th April. Good luck!
"The survival of the Bulldogs into the 21st centur "The survival of the Bulldogs into the 21st century is a testament to Oxford’s historically uncertain position between innovation and tradition. Caught between upholding thousand year old customs, but also posing as a centre of cutting edge research, Oxford’s existence in the modern world is something of a paradox." Charlotte Kutz looks at the university's police force - popularly known as the Bulldogs - and the impact of their legacy. Read it at the link in our bio now. . . . #oxford #oxforduniversity #universityofoxford #oxforduni #oxbridge #oxfordshire #university #uni #historians #historicalplace #police #victorianhistory #historystuff #britishhistory #historyofbritain #ukhistory #historic #historymatters #historylovers #historylover #cityhistory
"Whilst it has received generally good reviews, it "Whilst it has received generally good reviews, it has also been accused of misogyny, and of a reductive approach to the history which it attempts to portray. So where does The Dig go wrong?" Maebh Howell reviews Netflix's new film 'The Dig', and how the Old English period is more varied and interesting than the film implies. Read it on our website now (link in bio). Image courtesy of Larry Horricks/Netflix. . . . #suttonhoo #thedig #archaeology #archaeologist #historicalfilm #historicalreconstruction #oldenglish #anglosaxon #anglosaxons #history #britishhistory #historicaldrama #perioddrama #britain #historylover #historiansofinstagram #historicalfiction #historian #studenthistory #filmreview #historystudent
"The Polish capital has shown that regardless of w "The Polish capital has shown that regardless of what resources you have, what odds are stacked against you, when a community is united under a common passion and goal, the results can be miraculous." Maciej Nowakowski kicks off the Cities of Hope series by taking a look at the "Phoenix City" Warsaw and its transformation post-WWII. . . . #warsaw #poland #polishhistory #poland #cityhistory #historic #historicbuildings #historicbuilding #historians #historystudent #historylovers #historymatters #historical #historystuff #studyhistory #urbanhistory #historyofarchitecture #historicalplace #studentwriting
"Rather than the romanticised vision of eating str "Rather than the romanticised vision of eating strawberries and drinking champagne under a tree, the members of Oxford’s Hypocrites’ Club spent their time partying, defying gender norms, and drinking far too much." Charlie West discusses Evelyn Waugh's novel 'Brideshead Revisited' and the accuracy with which it reflects the 1920s gay scene in Oxford. . . . #oxford #oxforduni #bridesheadrevisited #darkacademia #lightacademia #roaring20s #20s #britain #lgbthistory #lgbtqhistory #aesthetic #historystudent #1920s #oxforduniversity #historylovers #literature #evelynwaugh #lit #academiaaesthetic #studyhistory #historyarticle #arewedisappointedwecouldntusethensfwversionfromevelynwaughspapersyesweare
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