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BBC History: The Anglo Saxons
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Find out about the achievements of the Anglo-Saxons. Play 'Coins' to see if you can make money talk and write a poem in Old English.

BBC History: Archeology
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The discovery of an ancient burial ground brings to light some interesting Anglo Saxon artefacts.

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Anglo Saxons Living History
www.angelcynn.org.uk
This site from a living history society provides a thorough account of the types of clothing, warfare and weapons used by the Anglo-Saxons.

The Sutton Hoo Site
www.suttonhoo.org
The remains of an Anglo-Saxon ship burial discovered by archaeologists in 1939.

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The Standards site: History: Primary: Schemes of Work
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QCA History
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The Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) History section.

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