GCSE History (Edexcel): Warfare and British Society, c1250–present & London and the Second World War, 1939–45
This course provides a comprehensive and detailed preparation for the Pearson Edexcel GCSE History Paper 2, Section B topic: 'Warfare and British society, c1250–present' and the historic environment topic 'London and the Second World War, 1939–45'. It covers every detail of the specification, organised into five distinct decks. You will master key facts, dates, individuals, and concepts, while also developing a deep understanding of the process of change in warfare over 800 years. The course focuses on the key factors driving change—government, technology, and attitudes—and prepares you for the specific demands of the source-based questions on the London historic environment. Completing this course and supplementing it with regular practice of past exam questions will fully equip you to achieve the highest grades.
Decks in this Course
5 items
GCSE History: c1250–c1500: Medieval warfare and English society
This deck covers medieval warfare from 1250 to 1500, focusing on the composition of feudal armies, the impact of new weapons like the longbow and cannon, and the experience of war for both soldiers and civilians. It includes detailed case studies of the Battles of Falkirk and Agincourt.
GCSE History: c1500–c1700: Warfare and English society in the early modern period
This deck examines continuity and change in warfare during the early modern period. It covers the evolving composition of the army with musketeers, pikemen, and dragoons, the development of a standing army, and the impact of new weapons like muskets and pistols. The experience of war is explored through recruitment, training (including the New Model Army), and the impact on civilians. The deck concludes with a case study of the Battle of Naseby (1645).
GCSE History: c1700–c1900: Warfare and British society in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries
This deck covers the transformation of warfare by industrialisation between 1700 and 1900. It explores new weaponry, transport, army reforms, and the changing public perception of war due to new media, with case studies on the Battles of Waterloo and Balaclava.
GCSE History: c1900–present: Warfare and British society in the modern era
This deck covers warfare from the First World War to the present day, focusing on the impact of technology, the changing experience of combatants and civilians, and key case studies of the Battle of the Somme and the 2003 Iraq War.
GCSE History: London and the Second World War, 1939–45
This deck is a historic environment study focusing on London during WWII. It covers London's significance as a target, preparations for war like evacuation and shelters, and the nature of the attacks (the Blitz, V1 and V2 rockets). It examines the impact on civilian life, including air-raid precautions, major disasters, and government concerns about morale. The deck also covers London's response, such as the 'Dig for Victory' campaign, and the use of historical sources for enquiry.
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