This Week in History - October 20th - October 26th

Fascinating, surprising and eye-opening stories from the past, brought to life.

This week: 20th October to 26th October

- 25th October, 1400 - The death of the 'Father of English Poetry', Geoffrey Chaucer.
- 21st October, 1805 - The Battle of Trafalgar: a British naval victory that would shape the nation's imperial future and identity.
- 21st October, 1966 - A colliery spoil tip collapses in the village of Aberfan, South Wales, engulfing a school and killing 144 people, 116 of them children.

Presented by Ron Brown and Jane Steel.
Producers: Carys John and Sofie Vilcins.

Published on Monday, 20th October 2025.

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