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  Migration and citizenship

  Get up close to the stories of people who have both come to and left Britain over the years in search of a new life.

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  Land and buildings

  Browse records in our collection that trace how Britain's built environment and architectural tastes have changed over time.

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  International relations and trade

  Discover how the country has wielded power and influence both at home and abroad through trading and diplomacy.

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  Health and welfare

  Get closer to the story of how the state has attempted to keep its citizens healthy over the years, including the foundation of the NHS.

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  Identity and community

  Catch a glimpse at the lives of ordinary people found in our records, and communities that have offered them meaning and belonging.

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  Crime, courts and justice

  Examine historical ideas about crime and the law, using documents ranging from police and prison files to pieces of legislation.

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  Business, finance and innovation

  Discover the ingenuity and inventiveness of British industry over the centuries through designs, patents, advertisements and more.

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  Arts and culture

  Delve into a treasure trove of records spanning centuries of design, literature, photography and performance.

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  Environment and agriculture

  Trace the changing face of Britain’s rural landscape using maps, surveys and photographs of farming life.

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  Transport and travel

  Explore how the British public’s use of the country’s rail, shipping and road networks has evolved over the years.

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