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Bayeux Tapestry: A 1,000-year-old embroidery depicting William the Conqueror's victory and King Harold's grisly death
A roll of linen cloth with wool embroidery depicting scenes from the 11th century Where it is from: Bayeux Cathedral in Normandy, France When it was made: The late 11th century Related: Bad Dürrenberg ...
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See the Haunting Stone Face of a Ptolemaic Statue Unearthed Near the Ancient Egyptian City of Alexandria
The statue was found at Taposiris Magna, an archaeological site where some researchers suspect Cleopatra and Mark Antony are ...
Archaeologists Use Toilet to Track Down Manor Depicted in Famous Medieval Tapestry
One of King Harold's manors appears twice in the famous Bayeux Tapestry, but only 948 years later have researchers finally identified the building's remains.
Rare ancient Egyptian jewelry now costs less than a Cartier bracelet: ‘Wearable art’
The venerable auction house is unloading one-of-a-kind gold necklaces, rings, trinkets and more from ancient Greece, Rome and ...
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Smithsonian Tailor-Made Journeys by Audley Travel
We connect discerning travelers to a rewarding experience that is customized to their specific interests and truly bespoke. A certified Country Specialist will advise you on the best guides, food ...
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Omar Marmoush, the ‘Pharaoh’, has given Manchester City a lease of life
He could make City bolder and more exciting and lethal on offensive transitions. With Mohammed Salah likely to embrace sandier pastures next season, he could be Premier League’s next King of Egypt. Or ...