An example essay plan written in timed conditions for Edexcel A Level History Paper 3 (British Empire). It answers the following question: “How far do you agree that the lack of effective military leadership by the British in 1776 to 1783 was the primary cause of the loss of the American colonies?”

An example essay plan written for Edexcel A Level History Paper 1 (Germany). It answers the following question: “Between 1924 and 1929 living standards across Germany improved in comparison to the early years of the Weimar Republic. How far do you agree with this statement?”

An example essay plan written for Edexcel A Level History Paper 1 (Germany). It answers the following question: “Why did moderate parties fail to win consistent strong support in the Weimar Republic, 1919-33?”

An example essay plan written for Edexcel A Level History Paper 1 (Germany). It answers the following question: “How significant was the role of Hindenburg in the failure of the Weimar Republic, 1925-33?”

This (20 page!) document includes most of (not all!) the key knowledge you should know for the FRG segment of the Germany unit. I used it to create flashcards, and it worked quite well. If you can, try to find things to add to it so it becomes even more useful for you! Use it for consolidation after doing the topics too. The way it’s structured is a little bit strange, but you can always change it!

Another 40-page document outlining the key facts for the Italy exam! This time with memes. I will say that I didn’t do as well on the Italy exam primarily because the question was on the late 1920s, which I didn’t have as much to say on. I would recommend expanding on that section if you get the chance - perhaps it’s because I didn’t have any memes to help me remember.