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St Johns Ruins, Chester, Cheshire, June 1925
A GWR Publicity view of the ruins of the old cathedral at St John the Baptist church near The Groves in Chester, Cheshire, in June 1925

St Johns Ruins, Chester, Cheshire, 1920s
A GWR Publicity view of the ruins of St John the Baptist church, near The Groves in Chester, Cheshire, c.1920s. They are the last remnants of the early medieval cathedral in the city

Battle of Hastings, (1066), 1835. Creator: Unknown
Battle of Hastings, (1066), 1835. The Battle of Hastings in which invading Normans, led by William the Conqueror, defeated the Anglo Saxons under King Harold II

The Principal Idols of the Saxons, worship d in Britain, late 16th-early 17th century? Creator
The Principal Idols of the Saxons, worship d in Britain, late 16th-early 17th century? Depiction of Saxon deities or Germanic gods which gave their names to the days of the week

Meeting of Edmund Ironside and Canute, on the Isle of Alney, in the Severn, c1890. Edmund Ironside (c990-1016) meets King Canute (c995-1035) on Alney Island in the River Severn

Biertan village, famous UNESCO heritage in Romania
Biertan is one of the most important Saxon villages with fortified churches in Transylvania, having been on the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites since 1993

Radiant Vista - Winterberg
Gleitmannshorn - View from the little Winterberg in saxony Switzerland during twilight

St Martins Church, Wareham, Dorset. The Saxon church of St Martin in Wareham dates from the first half of the 11th century

Alfred In The Danish Camp, (c1850). Alfred was king of the southern Anglo-Saxon kingdom of Wessex from 871-899 AD. Here, Alfred, in disguise, sings to Guthrum the Danish king

Athelstan ordering the Bible to be translated into the Saxon Language, (1796). Athelstan (c895-939) was the first monarch to take the title of king of England. He ruled from 924 to 939

Saxon, 1882. Creator: William Baxter Palmer Closson
Saxon, 1882

Plate 3 for History of the Middle Ages, 1793. Creators: Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki, Eberhard Siegfried Henne
Plate 3 for History of the Middle Ages, 1793

Autumn woodland, Saxon Switzerland, Saxony, Germany

Bastei Bridge and Lilienstein, Elbe Sandstone Mountains, Saxon Switzerland National Park, Germany

Bad Schandau, Elbe river, Saxon Switzerland, Saxony, Germany

Road through autumn woodland, Saxon Switzerland, Saxony, Germany

Romania, Transylvania, Saschiz, fortified Saxon Church, 15th century, elevated view

Memorial floor stones, Biertan, nr. Sighisoara, Transylvania, Romania

Elevated view over Biertan, nr. Sighisoara, Transylvania, Romania

Elevated view towards Biertan fortified church at dusk, Biertan, nr. Sighisoara, Transylvania, Romania

Elevated view over Biertan fortified church at sunrise, Biertan, nr. Sighisoara, Transylvania, Romania

Elevated view over Biertan at sunset, Biertan, nr. Sighisoara, Transylvania, Romania

Church of St. Margaret, Old Town Center, Medias, Transylvania, Romania

The Fortified Church of Bazna, Bazna, Transylvania, Romania

Elevated view over Biertan at sunrise, Biertan, nr. Sighisoara, Transylvania, Romania

Old fortified Saxon church nr. Medias, Transylvania, Romania

A horse and cart with a family in the Saxon village of Viscri, a Unesco World Heritage Site. Brasov county, Transylvania. Romania

The fortified church of Biertan, a Saxon village in Transylvania. A Unesco World Heritage Site. Sibiu County, Transylvania. Romania

Windows of traditional Saxon houses in Viscri, a Unesco World Heritage Site. Brasov county, Transylvania. Romania

Saxon vine growers house, Seica Mica, Sibiu county. ASTRA Museum of Traditional Folk Civilization, an open-air museum outside Sibiu, Transylvania. Romania

Saxon houses in Viscri, a Unesco World Heritage Site. Brasov county, Transylvania. Romania

Saale, Bemburg, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

Luisium Castle, Dessau, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

europe, Germany, Saxony. Walking path in saxon

saxon switzerland
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Saxon Cottage, Steyning, South Downs, Sussex
Saxon Cottage with thatched roof, Steyning, South Downs, Sussex - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Anglo-Saxon window, St Mary's Church, in the village of Temple Guiting, Gloucestershire Date: 1930s

Saxon church at Corhampton, Hampshire, England
Corhampton Church, Hampshire, England - viewed from the north. Standing on a mound adjacent to the River Meon beside an ancient yew tree, which almost certainly predates it

King Alfred burns the cakes
King Alfred in the Neatherd's cottage, burning the cakes Date: 9th century

King Alfred prior to burning the cakes
King Alfred in the Neatherd's cottage, prior to burning the cakes Date: 9th century

Mrs McBride on Saxon Queen
Mrs McBride and Saxon Queen competed at Richmond Horse Show, winning Class 8. Date: 1910

KING EGBERT (775 - 839), King of the West Saxons (Wessex) (reigned 802 - 839)

Becket, Saint Thomas. Saxon prelate and politician, archbishop of Canterbury. Scenes of the martyrdom and death of St. Thomas Becket that decorate the apse of the Church of St Mary in Barcelona, Spain

THE DEATH OF HEREWARD
HEREWARD THE WAKE And with a shout of Torfrida, which made the Bruneswald ring, he hurled the shield full in the Breton's face and fell forward, dead'. Date: 1072

KING ALFRED, WINCHESTER
An imposing statue of King Alfred at Winchester, Hants. The work of Hamo Thornycroft, it was erected in 1901 to commemorate the millenary (1899) of King Alfred's death. Date: 849 - 899

SAXON BURIAL
Saxons bury their dead wrapped in a shroud, not in a coffin but in a grave lined with stones Date: circa 600

Cisnadie, German Heltau, Transylvanian Saxon De Hielt, is a town in Transylvania, Romania
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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.