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Normans plundering Durham
A thousand Normans under Robert de Comines plunder Durham and carouse at night, unaware that they are about to be attacked and annihilated by the Northumbrians
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1069 Arch Way Attacked Carousing Durham Norman Normans Northumbria Northumbrian Plunder Plundering Stealing Thousand Unaware Comines
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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1. Title: "A Thousand Normans Unaware: The Fateful Night of Durham's Plundering and Annihilation" In this evocative image from the annals of history, a thousand Normans, led by Robert de Comines, are depicted in the streets of Durham, England, in 1069. The Normans, known for their military prowess and love of carousing, have taken advantage of the peaceful night to plunder the city's riches. The Normans, clad in armor and wielding weapons, fill the archway, their horses tethered nearby. The atmosphere is one of revelry and debauchery, with the sound of laughter and merriment echoing through the darkened streets. Yet, beneath the surface of this seemingly carefree scene, danger lurks. Unseen by the Normans, the Northumbrians, the native people of the region, have gathered in the shadows, their eyes fixed on their enemy. The moment of attack is imminent, and the Normans, in their state of drunken stupor, are completely unaware of the impending doom. The archway, a symbol of Durham's rich history, stands witness to this pivotal moment in the struggle between the Normans and the Northumbrians. The events of this fateful night would go down in history as a turning point in the Norman conquest of England, with the Northumbrians emerging victorious and the Normans suffering a devastating defeat. This image, captured from the vast archives of Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time of war, intrigue, and the clash of cultures. It serves as a reminder of the complex and often tumultuous history of Britain and the indomitable spirit of those who lived through it.
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