Archive for the ‘history’ Category

A pictorial history of Britain

Posted on October 20th, 2008 by puzzler

Who says jigsaw puzzles can’t be educational? Some puzzlers, of course, might think this pictorial potted history of Britain is a dull subject, but we disagree. It was made by the now defunct Mandolin Puzzles in 1985, so it’s not surprising that a couple of pieces had gone missing, but in a way even that [...]

Historical map of England and Wales

Posted on September 13th, 2008 by puzzler

The original image for this puzzle was created by L.G.Bullock. We like heraldry, so this puzzle really appealed to us. Maybe it’s something to do with all the bright colours on the shields and coats of arms — or perhaps we just find dragons and griffins cuddly! We like maps too: they’re much better than [...]

Elliot’s family grocers

Posted on August 4th, 2008 by puzzler

This puzzle shows Elliot’s family grocers, which is part of the Britain in the Blitz Experience at Flambards Village Theme Park, Helston, Cornwall. The original photo was by Adam Woolfitt. Want bacon? Need ration book!