L'Ensouleiado Software

History Software

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1066
After a short introduction to the England of 1066, students study the events of this momentous year through the eyes of each of the four major protagonists, Harold Earl of Wessex (later King Harold II), Tostig (Earl of Northumbria at the start of the year), Harald Hardrada King of Norway and William Duke of Normandy.
In each case, they face the decisions faced by each one and should get an idea that the options were not clear-cut at the time and that chance played a major part in the outcome.
A final section covers the Bayeux Tapestry which is displayed in three scrolling and annotated 'acts'.
This program is suitable for ages 12+ with a reasonable reading ability.

Hadrian's Wall - NEW version now available
An ideal preparation for anyone preparing for educational fieldwork or a holiday visit, this is in two parts:

Part 1, illustrated mainly by maps and diagrams, covers the following topics:
The Roman Conquest of Britain; The Building of Hadrian's Wall; The Main Features of the Roman Frontier;
The Forts of Hadrian's Wall; The People of the Frontier Zone; The Later History of the Roman Frontier.

Part 2 is a detailed guide to all the best wall sites, illustrated by over 300 photographs. As well as sites along the wall,
there are detailed photo-guides to Birdoswald, Housesteads, Vindolanda and Chesters Forts and to Corbridge Roman town, with emphasis on the interpretation of the surviving evidence and some imaginative reconstructions. There are also sections on the Museums along the Wall and brief biographies of the Emperors associated with Roman Britain.

The author has over 30 years experience in leading groups of all ages along the Roman frontier.
The program is suitable for ages 10+ with a reasonable reading ability and will also appeal to adults contemplating a visit to this World Heritage Site.

An Introduction to Roman Coins
A comprehensive guide to the coinage of the Roman Empire, illustrated by pictures of some 150 coins plus brief biographies of those Emperors associated with Roman Britain.

Castle
This program is an adventure game, closely based on the splendid mediaeval castle of Warkworth in Northumberland.
In the game, you play the part of a page sent into the castle as a spy.
You have two tasks to try to complete.
- First you must make a plan of the castle as accurately as you can for your master.
This will not be easy as there are over 100 locations to discover.
- Second, you must find three parts of a golden goblet which are hidden somewhere in the castle.
There is danger in the castle and you must be careful at all times.
You must show that you know your way about a castle and you must not get caught in the wrong place unless you are in disguise. You will need to find various things to help you including a bunch of keys, a torch and a disguise.
You will also need to know the day's password which can be overheard if you are in the right place.
Finally you must get out of the castle safely, once you have completed your tasks.
At present this program is being upgraded, although a dos version (text only) is available.
This program is suitable for ages 12+ with a reasonable reading ability.