Coming up on HistoryExtra.com
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The only woman to rule China
For more than 3,000 years, only one woman has ruled China in her own right. Samantha Morris explores how Wu Zetian broke away from the typical woman’s role and ruled through strong, often brutal, leadership.
What great paintings say
A highly unusual painting of Dido Elizabeth Belle and Lady Elizabeth Murray sheds light on the experiences of people of colour in 18th-century England. Charlotte Hodgman examines one of the most extraordinary portraits in British history.
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How to write a love letter
From Zelda Fitzgerald’s poetic professions to Prince Albert’s “promises of unchanging love and devotion” and George HW Bush’s endearing messages from overseas, Lauren Good offers six historical tips for how to create the perfect piece of romantic writing.
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