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culture3 hours ago•4 min saved

Five pivotal frames retell the Norman conquest in the Bayeux Tapestry

The BBC highlights five key scenes from the 70‑metre Bayeux Tapestry that narrate the Norman conquest: William arming Harold, Harold’s anguished oath to William, Harold’s later claim to the English throne, Halley’s Comet as a ominous omen, and Harold’s death by an arrow at Hastings (with ongoing debate about the arrow’s depiction). The tapestry, nearly 1,000 years old, has returned to England and will be displayed at the British Museum from 10 September 2026 to 11 July 2027.

via BBC|

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archaeology2 years ago•4 min saved

Mysterious Empty Tombs Unearthed in Ancient English Cathedral

Archaeologists excavating in Exeter Cathedral have discovered a burial crypt containing stone-lined tombs, including the remains of Bishop William Warelwast, nephew of William the Conqueror. The discovery challenges the previous belief that the cathedral lacked an inner crypt. The ongoing restoration project aims to preserve the structure and reduce its carbon footprint. Fragments of medieval tiles and a newspaper from 1962 were also found during the excavation. The findings provide valuable insights into the political, social, and religious dynamics of medieval England.

via Ancient Origins|

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