History
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https://pepysdiary.com/
Run by Phil Gyford, this site publishes Samuel Pepys' famous 17th-century London diary one entry per day, exactly as it was written, complete with reader annotations, an encyclopedia, letters, maps, and a family tree. It's an extraordinarily rich resource for anyone interested in Restoration-era England, offering years of daily entries alongside community discussion and in-depth articles.
http://luebben-web.de/marc-bio.htm
A detailed biobibliographical chronology of Ernst Moses Marcus (1856-1928), the Essen-based philosopher and judge known as the 'Krupp der Logik,' compiled by Gerd Hergen Lübben. The page traces Marcus's life year by year, covering his legal career, his philosophical engagement with Kant and Schopenhauer, his published writings, and his connections to figures like Salomo Friedlaender and Raoul Hausmann.
https://www.local-history.co.uk/
Local History Online is a comprehensive hub for anyone interested in the history of their local area, offering books, news, event calendars, course listings, and links to local history societies across the UK. The site also supports the print publication 'Local History Magazine' and provides resources for beginners looking to get started with local historical research.
https://whsmemorial.tripod.com/
A memorial and historical resource dedicated to Waverly Hills Sanatorium and Woodhaven Geriatric Center in Louisville, Kentucky, documenting the patients, doctors, and staff whose lives shaped the history of these tuberculosis and geriatric institutions. The site includes patient profiles, TB death rates, a photo gallery, building layouts, and a timeline of events, all sourced from photographs, news articles, and historical archives.
https://victorianweb.org/
The Victorian Web is a comprehensive scholarly resource dedicated to all aspects of the Victorian era, covering social history, political history, economics, philosophy, science, literature, visual arts, and more. Running since 1994, it links academic scholarship with teaching and learning, making it one of the oldest and most authoritative online references for Victorian studies.
http://castlesontheweb.com/
Castles on the Web is a comprehensive directory and resource dedicated to castles from around the world, featuring thousands of user-submitted photos, castle tours, a glossary of medieval terms, heraldry, myths and legends, and even a castle-of-the-day feature. With sections covering accommodations in real castles, books, medieval studies, and pages designed for kids, this site serves as a thorough hub for castle enthusiasts of all ages.
https://lalondes.neocities.org/
Catherine (also known as Fei) has built a richly themed personal site centered on her passion for medieval history, Catholic imagery, theology, and classical literature. Visitors will find shrines dedicated to games like Pathologic and The Witcher, original art, and a distinctive labyrinth aesthetic drawing from medieval iconography and devotion to Saint Catherine of Siena.
https://foundersofhartford.org/
Founded in 1931, the Society of the Descendants of the Founders of Hartford is a charitable and educational organization with over 300 members dedicated to preserving the history and traditions of Hartford, Connecticut. The site offers information on Hartford's early history, historic sites, a 1640 Hartford map, and membership opportunities for those who can trace their lineage to the city's founders.
https://mexicolore.co.uk/
Mexicolore is a London-based educational resource dedicated to the ancient cultures of Mexico, covering Aztec and Maya civilization, religion, art, music, and daily life in rich detail. Founded by Ian and Graciela, the site has served schools since 1980 and also offers consultancy, costumes, pinatas, and a unique photo library for events and educators.
http://hal.com/~landman/Hypatia
A site dedicated to Hypatia, the ancient Greek mathematician and philosopher of Alexandria, likely featuring biographical and historical content about this notable historical figure. The frames-based structure suggests a multi-section layout typical of late 1990s web design, making it a period artifact in its own right.