A huge 11th-century tapestry of the Norman Conquest has (carefully) traveled to England
The 230-foot Bayeux Tapestry, a historic 11th-century artifact depicting the Norman Conquest, has returned to England for public display for the first time in 900 years. The tapestry serves as both a historical record of the 1066 Battle of Hastings and an early example of war propaganda.
Why it matters
This rare exhibition provides a unique opportunity for the public to view a foundational piece of European history that shaped the political landscape of England.
Part war propaganda, part comic strip, the 230-foot Bayeux Tapestry is back in England for the first time in 900 years. It depicts the 1066 Battle of Hastings, which ended Anglo-Saxon rule.
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