Ancient British History
David White
Latest Articles
The Significance and Importance of Kent in Ancient Britain
Kent was the site of many important events in Ancient Britain, including the first written Code of Laws and the first Saxon settlement.
Caratacus: The Roman Enemy Who Survived Defeat
Caratacus, king of the Catuvellauni, led resistance against the Roman occupation for nearly a decade. He impressed Rome so much that Emperor Claudius spared his life.
Avalon: Place of Mystery and Fancy
Avalon is a mystical place that may or may not be Glastonbury.
The Chariot: Ancient Britons' Armored Personnel Carrier
The chariot was very much in use in ancient British warfare.
Silbury Hill: Ancient Mound of Mystery
Silbury Hill, nearby to the Avebury complex, is another man-made mystery from prehistoric times.
Avebury Hill: More Majestic Than Stonehenge
Avebury Hill is a vast megalithic construction that is larger and was more important than the stones at Stonehenge.
Did Arthur Really Live? A Critical Look
Assertions that no facts exist to prove that Arthur really lived are just one way of looking at the Matter of Britain.
Ancient Festivals of the Celts
The Celts of Ancient Britain had four major festivals throughout their harvest-based calendar year. Each had a different purpose and different practices, and each can be found as the root of holidays today.
Christmas: Resonances in Ancient Britain
Christmas traditions have roots in ancient practices.
Bronze Age Cremation Pits Discovered
Archaeologists have discovered cremation pits dating back to the Bronze Age, a very significant find indeed.