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The Secret of the Bayeux Tapestry
This is about the Bayeux Tapestry which tells the story of the Norman invasion of England.
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The Story of the Bayeux Tapestry
1066 is arguably the most famous year in English history. But though it is well known, how well known are the actual events that unfolded?
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Bayeux France
The town of Bayeux in Normandy has a beautifully preserved medieval centre, and a magnificent cathedral dating from the 11th century.
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French Facts: 20 trivia snippets
20 facts about France, including the Statue of Liberty, the Mona Lisa, nuclear power, Reunion's first Euro, the Bayeux tapestry, Bastille Day, Cinderella and more.
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The Death of Harold Godwinson
According to most chroniclers, Harold Godwinson was killed by an arrow in his eye, but a close examination of the Bayeux tapestry tells another story.
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The History of the English Language, Part One, Old English
A brief history of the Old English period (c.450ad-1066ad) of the English language.
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French Events: Normandy Festivals
Celebrate the Battle of Formigny in Calvados, spot Hollywood stars, and take in music concerts, fireworks displays and boat parades in Northern France.
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LINEN...SPANNING TIME
When speaking with my five year old niece Rachel the other day, she so innocently asked me what I was doing. I answered her with, "why I'm washing my linen!" She then asked, "Aunt Joan, what is linen?" That's when I decided that the history of linen would be my next article! Thank you Rachel!
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Normandy Coast, Northern France
From the charming port town of Honfleur in the East to magical Mont St-Michel in the West, the coast of Basse Normandy is ideal for a family holiday in France.
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Normandy Travel Facts & Trivia
Northern France: Information on the Museum for the Peace, the Charles De Gaulle Memorial, D-Day beaches, Mont St Michel, and Memorials at Pointe du Hoc & Omaha.
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Brief History of Crewel Embroidery
From the Bayeux Tapestry to modern floral wall hangings, crewel stitches worked with embroidery wool on woven fabric have been an enduring hand embroidery tradition.
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Itineraries of Seine Riverboat Cruise Vacations
Paris, Rouen, and Le Havre are stops on Seine River cruises in Northern France with popular excursions going to beaches in Normandy, Giverny, Honfleur, and Versailles.
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Explore France - Normandy for Seaside & Culture
Much to see and do in Normandy, from Beach walking, World War ll Landing Beaches, fine cuisine and one of France's top tourist attractions, Mont-St.Michel.
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La Ferme du Pressoir
Come along as we take a trip across the pond to visit two lovely bed and breakfasts in France.
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Mystery of the 1054 Supernova
Theories abound for the lack of European documentary evidence for the Supernova of 1054. But are any of them true?
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The Attractions of Normandy France
Visitors flock to Normandy, France for many reasons - to explore its dramatic coastline, the D-Day landing beaches and war memorials or to visit its historic sites.
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The Norman Knight
William the Conqueror's best troops at the battle of Hastings were his heavily armoured Norman Knights.
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Tolkien's Middle-earth doesn't look like Medieval Europe
A refutation of the medievalist interpretation of J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth.
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Battle of Hastings: The Finale
The Battle of Hastings ended in victory for William and defeat and death for Harold. But William would find it tough going, both near the end of the battle and after.
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Cambridge University Eight Centuries Old
Two famous medieval institutions almost within sight of each other in eastern England are celebrating their 900th and 800th anniversaries this year.
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The Anglo-Saxon Warrior
From the fall of Roman Britain, to the coming of the Normans, the warrior culture of the Anglo-Saxons ruled Britain.
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The Terrible Death of William the Conqueror
William the Conqueror's later years, including his invasion of England, his battle with his son Robert Curthose, and his terrible death.
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With Flame and Sword - Book Review
Seasoned author Bebe Faas Rice takes the reader on a sweeping journey through the trials and tribulations, victories and defeats, and loves and losses of England's people
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A Pilgrimage
Legendary pilgrimages to real and imaginary places.
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Archery in the Middle Ages
The training of the medieval archer and the use of the longbow and crossbow in medieval European warfare.
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The Battle of Hastings
The King of England dies without leaving an heir to the throne. There are four men with claims to the throne. Who would be king?
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The First Crusade (1): Leaders and Knights
Who led the First Crusade, and why did they go?
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1066 And All That
The Battle of Hastings was fought on 14 October. The Travelsleuth visits the site at Battle, in East Sussex and discovers a superb hotel nearby.
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Great Battlefields of Europe Part 2
The hardest part about writing about European battlefields is deciding which ones to write about. They crisscross the continent in varying forms
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The Royal Hunt –Goodbye to all that!
Travelsleuth Stuart Buchanan MacWatt marks the probable demise of hunting the fox to hounds in the United Kingdom and traces 1600 years of royal hunting history from Offa and King Alfred to Charles, Prince of Wales.
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Falconry, a Brief History
Nowadays Falconry, mistakenly, is often thought of as a rich man's pastime, though in centuries past this was a common way of putting meat on the table.
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How did Tolkien actually portray the Rohirrim?
A discussion of how Tolkien portrayed the Rohirrim, comparing and contrasting them with the peoples of the Icelandic sagas and ancient Germanic tribes.
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