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Tapestry of Bayeux Unearthed and Its Storied Voyage
An 11th century tapestry found near Cannes is claimed to be the Bayeux work of Matilda wife of William the Conqueror. The 214 foot long piece with 72 sections depicts Harold’s life from his visit to the Norman court to Hastings death. Napoleon moved it to Paris in 1803 before returning it to Bayeux.
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Bayeux
Cannes
France
Matilda
William the Conqueror
Harold
Hastings
Napoleon
England
Paris
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