Can Imperial History Ride to Heritage’s Rescue?

Marc-William Palen Blog Post
 

Cross-posted from the Imperial & Global Forum 29/1/14

heritage at risk

For the last century Britain has led the world in caring for its heritage. Yet with cuts in public spending and pressures to relax restrictions on development the future of our historic environment is looking ever more uncertain and insecure. Centre Director Professor Andrew Thompson asks whether imperial history can ride to Heritage’s rescue. It is something that struggling heritage groups across the globe might consider.

Imagine a Britain without