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Caedmon Cross (Detail)
Detail of the lower panel of the famous Caedmon Cross at Whitby, Yorkshire, England. Caedmon was an Anglo-Saxon herdsman, poet and monk, who died circa 680 A.D

Queen Bertha, later a saint
BERTHA, BERTA, BERTE, BERTHE, BERTRADA or ALDEBERGE Queen of Ethelbert, King of Kent, daughter of Charibert I, Merovingian King of Paris

Harvesting maize, or corn, in autumn, near Saschiz; in the saxon villages area, Transylvania, Romania
ROG-13378 Harvesting maize, or corn, in autumn, near Saschiz; in the saxon villages area Transylvania, Romania Zea mays Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Statue of the Saxon King John, Dresden, Saxony, Germany, Europe

The oldest Saxon church in Warwickshire, Wootten Wawen, near Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Decorative lantern hanging under an archway in the old towns main square, Piata Mare, in the 12th century Saxon city, Sibiu, Transylvania, Romania, Europe

Colourfully painted houses and the Evangelical church, Piata Huet, in the 12th century Saxon city, Sibiu, Transylvania, Romania, Europe

Colourfully painted houses and buildings surrounding the main old town square, Piata Mare, in the 12th century Saxon city, Sibiu, Transylvania, Romania, Europe

Medieval Christmas
Young woman in Saxon or Medieval dress carrying a basket of gifts through a snow-lined street. A turkey seller can be seen behind her

Coifi Profanes Idols
Coifi, High priest of the old Saxon religion in Northumbria, convinced by Christianity & wondering what his gods have ever done for him profanes the temple idols

Saxon Infantry / 14th C
A fully armed Saxon infantryman in armour and helmet, with a dagger at his belt and a heavy sword in his hand

Danish Military Habits
Danish military habits (showing shin guards) depicted on a Saxon reliquary

Military Habits / 10th C
Anglo-Saxon soldiers in military habits

A Saxon Homestead 5th C
A Saxon Homestead

Ploughing Etc, Saxon
Fieldwork in the Saxon period - ploughing, harrowing and sowing are all in progress near the Bartlow Hills, Essex

Saxon Farmyard
Scene in a Saxon farmyard, with pigs and poultry, carts and various implements

Anglo Saxon Chieftain
An Anglo-Saxon chief goes into action, wearing no armour beside his helmet

Danish Bard of 1000
A Danish skalde (bard) sings the sagas of past glories to an attentive group of warriors

Military / Camp / Saxon, C7
A Saxon Encampment in 7th century England

Saxon Wine Press
A Saxon wine press

Anglo Saxon Bed
Three people manage to fit into this Anglo-Saxon bed

Anglo-Saxon Mantles 2
Examples of the variety in style and ways of wearing Anglo-Saxon mantles. Other garments include hose and a short tunic with side vents & an ornate border

Anglo-Saxon Mantles 1
Examples of the variety in style and ways of wearing Anglo-Saxon mantles including a draped mantle worn over a long square-necked tunic. Also short tunics with borders

Anglo-Saxon Menswear
Anglo-Saxons: trousers, metal fillet worn round the hair, brais (drawers), hose, boots, tunic, leg bandages, roc or super-tunic & a mantle secured with a brooch

St. Leonards Church, Broomfield, Essex, dating back to Saxon times, one of the five round tower churches left in the county

Coenwulf Coin
A coin from the reign of Saxon king Coenwulf, ruler of Mercia

Hereward the Beserker
HEREWARD THE WAKE How Hereward the Saxon hero turned into a beserker. Dressed in only a silk shirt and hose, he urges his men to join him against the Normans

Hereward Vs Normans
HEREWARD THE WAKE How the Saxon hero Hereward cleared Bourne (Lincolnshire, England) of Frenchmen (Normans). The thick of the battle melee

Hereward Learns to Pray
HEREWARD THE WAKE How Torfrida taught the Saxon hero Hereward to kneel down and pray, dogs and baby beside them. Date: circa 1070

Hereward Saves Alftruda
HEREWARD THE WAKE How the Saxon hero Hereward rescued Alftruda from the Normans in the thick of battle

Saxon Princes Submit
The Saxon princes make their submission to the emperor (Otto III ? ) at Spira

Saxon Warship
A two-masted Saxon warship under sail

Saxon Ships
Three Saxon sailing vessels in the English Channel off Dover. Note the head having its eyes pecked out by a passing seagull

Saint Bede the Venerable
SAINT BEDE THE VENERABLE Anglo-saxon scholar, historian and theologian

ALDHELM Anglo-Saxon scholar; Bishop of Sherborne

Charlemagne, King and Emperor, with Alcuin
Charlemagne (Carolus Magnus. Karolus Magnus, Charles the Great), King of the Franks from 768, King of the Lombards from 774, and Emperor of the Romans from 800

Alcuin (Thevet)
ALCUIN (Anglo-Saxon: Ealhwine - adopted the surname Flaccus) Anglo-Saxon scholar

Horse-drawn carriages of the Saxon period

Natural sandstone rocks at Dittersbach, Switzerland
View of a sandstone formation -- a circle of rocks at Dittersbach (known today as Jetrichovice) in Bohemian (Saxon) Switzerland, with a few buildings at the centre

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"Saxon: Unveiling the Rich Tapestry of Anglo-Saxon Britain" Step into a bygone era with an antique map of Britain under the Anglo Saxons, where history comes alive. Explore the intricate details of the Bayeaux Tapestry portraying the Norman Conquest, a masterpiece that tells tales of conquest and change. Delve into the mysteries surrounding Sutton Hoo ship burial J910330, a remarkable archaeological find that offers glimpses into ancient rituals and beliefs. The Battle of Hastings depicted in the Bayeux Tapestry takes center stage, showcasing King Harold's foot soldiers armed with spears and battle axes. Witness their valiant efforts as they clash against William the Conqueror's forces in this pivotal moment in history. Discover St Swithin / Dudley / Maxims, remnants from a time when saints held great influence over society. Marvel at St Albans Abbey 1802, an architectural gem that stands as a testament to centuries-old devotion. Journey northwards to Lindisfarne Priory Stone J880193, where spirituality intertwined with artistry on these sacred grounds. Learn about King Harold II (Harold Godwinson), whose reign was cut short tragically during his fateful encounter at Hastings. Lastly, witness the poignant scene depicting Death of King Harold on the Bayeux Tapestry - an emotional portrayal capturing both triumph and tragedy amidst Normandy's picturesque landscapes. Join us on this captivating journey through time as we unravel stories etched within these historical artifacts - each offering invaluable insights into our collective pasts. The legacy culture lives on; its impact reverberates throughout Europe even today.