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St. George and the Dragon
Whether St. George was an actual flesh and bone knight, or a fictitious character, is not open to question, but the legend, itself, is filled with incredible tales of adventure and allusions of which no historical basis is absolute...
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The Order of Bath
Like most European nations, Great Britain maintains a number of Knightly Orders that it bestows upon those who have rendered great service to the country.
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Travelsleuth's Diary for June
The Travelsleuth looks at the social, sporting and cultural highlights taking place in London and the shires during June.
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Who Was Saint George?
St George is the patron saint of England, but little is known about this 4th Century martyr. Who was he, and why is he still remembered today?
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Travelsleuth's Diary: June
The Travelseuth's June diary of royal, social and sporting events in Britain. Royal Ascot, Derby Day, Wimbledon, Trooping the Colour; a packed month of sport and pageantry, together with the Aldeburgh Festival and major Agricultural Shows. <B>Updated 8 June</B>
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Great Tales from English History by Robert Lacey
These fascinating stories of historical figures and events are sure to stir the reader's interest in the social and political development of the British Isles.
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U. S. Lineage Societies for Men and Women
The following lineage societies include some which can be joined by invitation only. All require documented lineages. Most have websites.
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Federico da Montefeltro's Library
"Federico da Montefeltro and His Library" at New York's Morgan Library & Museum describes the life of the 15th-century Italian ruler and art produced during his reign.
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Flaming June, Fancy Hats and Pimms
The Travelsleuth puts on his battered old sunhat and joins England at play this 'Flaming June'.
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Joan of Arc
From humble peasant girl to courageous military leader, Joan of Arc's religious devotion help her to change the course of history.
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Kensington Palace in West London
Once the 17th century home of William and Mary and, later, the last Tudor Queen - Anne - this is the palace where Princess Victoria learned that she had become a Queen.
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The Later Plantagenets
The later Plantagenet kings ruled England through a period marked by (largely successfull) wars at home and abroad, and through the devastating Black Death of 1349-1350.
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In Memoriam. King Charles I. Beheaded 30 January, 1649
Stuart Buchanan MacWatt remembers the anniversary of the execution of King Charles I and looks at the architectural glory of London's Banqueting House in Whitehall where the deed was done.
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Adam and Eve Family Tales
Were Adam and Eve real or do they, as proposed by some, belong only in the world of myth and lore--that land of imagination and make believe, or as Rod Serling would say, "In the twilight zone"...
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Little Jack Horner to Adam and Eve
An Adam and Eve genealogy beginning with "Little Jack Horner" of nursery rhyme fame.
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The Warring Earls
The Lords Lucan and Cardigan held key commands in the British Cavalry and both were destined to play pivotal roles in the mismanagement which led to the Charge of the Light Brigade. We examine their eventful pre-war lives, and the development of their sworn emnity.
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Big Guns
Whether Political or Military, April was the month for big guns.


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