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National Portrait Gallery History explainer: migration stories

This video uses portraits to tell the stories of some of the people who have migrated to Britain throughout history. We discover their stories and the impact they have made. We consider some of the reasons why people migrate, and how migration shapes our everyday lives.

400 Years: Britain and India

A series of 10 short films which explore the shared history between Britain and India. The series covers key events that define this profound relationship, from the first voyage of the East India Company in 1601 through to Independence in 1947 and beyond. 

Where is home?

This online resource explores the global journey of South Asian migration to the United Kingdom.