visiting a friend, germany, 1430

Feels like if you go 26-0 you should just be presented a law degree.

fuck birds, france, 15th century

Dragon and lion in the lower margin BL Yates Thompson MS 17; Peter Lombard, Sententiae; 4th quarter of the 12th century; Neuvelle-lès-la-Charité, France; f.80v Medieval Manuscripts

14 October 1066 Battle of Hastings sees King Harold II face Duke William of Normandy. Harold had the high ground & began strongly, but when his shield wall broke to chase retreating Normans, it created a weak point William exploited. Anglo-Saxon England was ended with Harold.

The Battle of Hastings was fought #OnThisDay in 1066. It’s the most famous date in English history for a reason, fundamentally changing our nation’s destiny. Join me on a journey going back 957 years in time… 🧵

14 Oct 1066: d. Harold Godwinson, king #otd

a group of women butchering a stag, england, 14th century

Today in 1066 Harold Godwineson died at the Battle of Hastings, having reigned for only 281 days. In modern terms, that's 5.73 Trusses or 7.39 Kwartengs.

Today's the anniversary of the Battle of Hastings. Did King Harold really get an arrow in the eye? Here's my take: marcmorris.org.uk/2013/10/whatul…

guys i copped a vintage cardigan that's based on the medieval tapestry "la dame a la licorne " !!!

Important bunny, 1587. Has coat of arms! By Hans Hoffmann of Nuremberg, whose day is today.

To the people of Israel: We are with you. Every minute of the day and every step of the way. You are on the side of right and light, battling evil and darkness. Godspeed to the Israel Defense Forces. God bless the State of Israel ישראל. Please retweet.

Three cheers for Suella Braverman

A searing direct nuclear strike from Suella Braverman MP This is a game changer. Large numbers of Conservative voters will support every word in this letter.

A roaring fire to keep out the cold 🔥 BnF MS Latin 1173; Horae ad usum Parisiensem (Heures de Charles d'Angoulême); 15th century; f.1v Gallica BnF

Major fashion statement of 1630: the cartwheel ruff, here worn by an unknown woman and painted by Nicolaes Pickenoy, whose day was today.

Haughty (& hairy): Pier Maria Rossi di San Secondo, with a remarkably lively codpiece. Painted by Parmigianino, who was born OTD in 1503.

Breaking News: A Hearing on whether to release Prince Harry’s immigration records related to his drug use will be held in Washington, D.C. Federal Court in front of a U.S. Federal Judge at 2.30 pm on Friday February 23 in Courtroom 17. The Hearing will be open to the press.