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Jim Drew

Jim Drew remembers

Jim Drew a World War II veteran talks about the war, D-Day and why it is so important to remember.

Profiles

Historic Walks

Explore the Black Country's history on foot - we have a variety of walks of historic interest to choose from.

Local History

Discover more about the Black Country's fascinating history with our selection of feature articles.

History Links

Visit the websites of other local history organisations to learn more about the Black Country.

Sports History

Histories of West Bromwich Albion, Wolverhampton Wanderers and Walsall FC.

Future BC

Black Country future and regeneration

More features

Lots more stories from Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall and Wolverhampton.

If a street could talk

Residents look at how their areas have changed with the arrival of new communities.

Ron’s wonderful world of leather

Walsall's Ron Hawkins has worked in the leather industry for 70 years - read his story.

The story of Walsall's friendly Hip

Walsall's concrete Hippo has thousands of friends - can you add to the story?

Momma Parson's faggots

Jenny Clark reveals a half century old recipe for faggots - that used to feed Islington in the 50s.

Bringing history to life

Captured on film, one of Wolverhampton's most important buildings, through the eyes of ex-employees.

"No decision" on Broadfield House

Dudley Council have issued a statement explaining their stance on the museum's rumoured closure.

Historic Leasowes Park restored

An exciting project to restore an historic Halesowen Park to its former glory has been completed.

Stourbridge caverns close

The famed caverns under the ring-road are being filled in. Learn about the site and see photos.

A walk back in time

Local photographer Mike Jemmet marks the 30th Anniversary of the Black Country Museum.

Welcome to Haden Hill House & Hall

A thousand-year-old site showcasing Tudor and Victorian history is hidden in Cradley Heath.

Tipton Folk

Tipton Town Libraries and Civic society are looking for photographs of what Tipton means to you.

Where is the Black Country?

Where does the Black Country start and end? Who coined the phrase 'the Black Country'? Read on!

Exploring the Black Country

From the Arboretum in Walsall, to Wren's Nest Nature Reserve, there's lots to explore.

Black Country Dialect

Lots of Germanic words and tongues low down in mouths. Academic Ed tells us more.

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