Too often, we forget the stories that define us—stories of duty, courage, and sacrifice that set the British apart. But today, let’s revive our pride by remembering Eyam, a small Derbyshire village whose unbreakable spirit saved thousands.
In 1665, the Great Plague struck Eyam, brought in by a bundle of flea-infested cloths from London. With death creeping through their streets, the people of Eyam were faced with a choice—flee and spread the plague, or stand firm and prote