I’m always on the look out for interesting people from British history that seem to have passed me by. In my school history lessons all the bog standard events and prominent characters were trotted out but now, some 35-40 years later, I’m far more interested in characters and events that are not well known but deserve to be. Such is the case with Elizabeth Garrett Anderson

I think most of us have tried some odd diets in our time; the Atkins diet, the cabbage soup diet, the grapefruit diet and even Slimfast – basically a milk shake; professed to “fill you up”, to be drunk twice a day, but ultimately leaving you feeling empty, tired and miserable - to name but a few and yes, I’ve been drawn into the trap from time to time too!

If you visit Philadelphia there are a lot of great Revolutionary war sites. Independence Hall for example is a tough act to follow. It is one of those keystone sites that was crucial to the creation of our nation. With that in mind there are also other sites outside of Philadelphia as well. You don't have to drive into the city to see history as it was when General (and later President) George Washington was alive. Check out these top sites by clicking on the link below or on the title above ("Best 4 George Washington US Revolution Sites Close to Philadelphia and Norristown"). Enjoy!