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The Key of England celebrates its pageant, 1908
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The Key of England celebrates its pageant, 1908
The Key of England (Dover Castle) celebrates its pageant: Dovers history in living pictures, 1908. 1 - Gawaynes last words to King Arthur; 2 - King Arthur; 3 - King John kneeling before Pandolfo, the Popes Legate; 4 - King Edward I and Queen Eleanor; 5 - Henry V makes love to Katherine; 6 - William the Conqueror, women with spinning wheels; 7 - King John, Hubert de Burgh receives the rolls of lands and tenements from Agnes; 8 - William the Conqueror, Bertram of Ashburnham in chains. Date: 1908
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In the quaint English town of Dover, nestled along the shores of the English Channel, a grand pageant unfolded in 1908. The Key of England, a symbol of Dover Castle's rich history, came to life in a spectacular display of living pictures. This unique event brought together the past and present, as historical figures and scenes from Dover's storied past were reenacted for all to witness. The tableau opened with Sir Gawain, King Arthur's faithful knight, delivering his famous last words before his death. The scene transitioned to the legendary King Arthur himself, followed by the humbling moment of King John, who knelt before Pandolfo, the Pope's Legate. The pageant continued with the regal presence of King Edward I and Queen Eleanor, their majesty on full display. The romantic tale of Henry V and Katherine unfolded, as did the triumphant moment when William the Conqueror was depicted with women spinning wheels, symbolizing the peaceful transition of power. Another scene depicted King John granting lands and tenements to Hubert de Burgh, while William the Conqueror was shown in chains, with Bertram of Ashburnham leading him away. This extraordinary pageant, held at Dover Castle, transported the audience back in time, allowing them to witness the history of their town in living pictures. The 1908 event was a testament to the enduring power of pageantry and the captivating allure of history brought to life.
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