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Live History Class for Kids: Georgian Politics and Government

Painting of William Pitt addressing the House of Commons on the outbreak of war with Austria in 1793. He stands in the centre speaking to a crowded room of richly dressed white men in Georgian white powdered wigs. The room is expensively decorated with gold columns and chandelier.

Join our virtual history classes on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month at 4:30pm BST to learn about key aspects of the Georgian period, when Benjamin Franklin was living in London. Together we will uncover the past and develop historical skills!

In this class we’ll look at the British government in the 18th century, as it grew more and more powerful. We’ll learn about the main political parties (the Whigs and the Tories) and politicians who served as Prime Minister during the Georgian era. We’ll create a table to help us remember all these facts!

Activity materials: pencil, paper, ruler

Most suitable for KS2 and KS3 (US Grades 2-8) but all ages welcome!

Watch the class below: