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Dulwich College's cinematic history

Katherine Johnston In depth history

The 'rudest book in Britain' and what it tells us about the not-so prudish Victorian public

Katherine Johnston In depth history

Warwick Charlton: The local man who painstakingly recreated the Mayflower - and then donated it to the American people

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Exit: Burbage - the life of the great Shakespearean actor who died 400 years ago

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Historian Stephen Bourne examines the life of Ira Aldridge, the celebrated Shakespearean actor of the Victorian era

Although he faced prejudice, Aldridge's career eventually flourished

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Bob and Doreen waltz to Blue Plaque victory

'Bob and Doreen needed the recognition, the building needed the recognition - this is such good news'

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Camberwell College of Art lovingly restores First World War memorial

The original was lost in the 1990s

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