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The star of The Office traces his father's side of the family, finding out more about his grandfather's role in the Second World War and a Victorian matriarch who survived against the odds

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Making connections

After an eventful night with a local history society, Alan Crosby celebrates some unexpected links to the past

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The legacy of persecution

As the world marks Holocaust Memorial Day, Alan reflects on the impact of persecution and oppression across Britain.

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National treasure

As an appeal is launched to keep the Staffordshire Hoard in local museums, Alan laments the lack of public spending on historical discoveries.

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