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A patrimonial preservation approach : It is in a desire to be linked to this rich and ancient history that we also acquire and restore 18th, 19th and 20th century archives, breathing new life into an emblematic French heritage that we help to preserve and which sit alongside our own creations. We are building up a collection of archive collections preserved in optimal conditions and digitized in very high definition allowing us to reproduce as faithfully as possible the appearance of old fabrics as well as original gouaches. This preservation approach makes it possible to document an era, a society, and to restore to view the richness of details whose contours had gradually dissipated over time.

What draws you into historical masterpieces? What intrigues me the most about learning the history behind structures, on how they reflect the cultural, political, and artistic evolution of their time. Each building is rich with history and artistry, from ancient cathedrals to renaissance palaces and each building tells a unique story of the people who built it, the era it was created in, and the purpose it served. Exploring these masterpieces up close and discovering the stories they hold will be such an inspiring experience.

Some of their names may still be familiar, but how many of us could say much about the majority of the late 18th and early 19th century captains, generals and admirals commemorated in the neo-Classical monuments of St. Paul’s? At best, perhaps, their names recall the battles on the Continent, or off its shores, in which some of them fell. And as the national story in which their names featured fades, its obverse emerges – a history of oppression, enslavement, resistance and liberation. “War and resistance in the Caribbean : Monuments in St. Paul’s Cathedral” is the second trail which St. Paul’s has created to represent some of these monuments in the context of the mercantile and imperial history associated with their subjects. It is the fruit of a collaboration with SV2G – St. Vincent and the Grenadines 2nd Generation, an African and Caribbean arts and heritage organisation. The result is a thoughtful and rich exploration of the experience of the Revolutionary and Napoleonic wars in the Caribbean, in which the engagement of those commemorated in the cathedral is set beside the experience of the indigenous and African people of the Lesser Antilles or the Windward Isles.  The interpretation through nine monuments – provided in both written and oral forms – presents an appallingly violent passage of history in a way suggestive of its complexity, while leaving its audience to draw their own conclusions. In doing so, it extends the collaboration from 2V2G and St. Paul’s to encompass all those who follow the trail. “War and resistance in the Caribbean” is the successor to “The East India Company at St. Paul’s”, another trail, produced in collaboration with the Stepney Community Trust, which provides support especially to the Bangladeshi community in East London. Together, these trails prompt a conversation between the present and the past and reflection for us today, which should serve to advance the organisers’ objective “to understand shared pasts in order to shape our shared future”. They deserve a wide audience. https://lnkd.in/eNPpxtij https://lnkd.in/eSPPKaHA

The study of the medieval era, has in recent decades expanded its horizon to encompass a more global perspective. This collection of research delves into various facets of the medieval world, drawing connections across continents and cultures during the Middle Ages. Sign in via your institution and delve into the collection today: https://oxford.ly/3SrMar5

During the medieval period, which lasted from the 5th to the 15th century in Europe, there were significant developments in areas such as art, architecture, religion, and warfare. This period saw the rise of feudalism, the construction of magnificent cathedrals, the spread of Christianity, and important events such as the Crusades. Knights, castles, and monarchies were prominent features of medieval society. It was a time of great change and turmoil, but also one of significant cultural growth and innovation.🤓

In Freemasonry, the symbol of the Eye of Providence represents the watchful care of the Grand Architect of the Universe. A reminder of the high moral standard to which we hold ourselves as we seek greater light through our Craft.   Unfortunately, like many Masonic symbols, the meaning of the Eye of Providence has been misinterpreted and, in some cases, distorted. Our new article explores the history behind this ancient emblem and sets the record straight on its significance within Freemasonry: https://lnkd.in/e9bT2Yhy

As we rebuild in the aftermath of chaos, confusion, and destruction, Josef Pieper is an indispensable voice and his concept of leisure desperately needed in the modern world. https://lnkd.in/eCRZP8Jt

Step back in time and explore the fascinating history of the tape measure! From ancient civilizations to modern innovations, this iconic tool has evolved over centuries. Learn about its origins, advancements, and how it has shaped the world we live in today. #TapeMeasureHistory #InnovationEvolution 📏🔍

Step back in time and explore the fascinating history of the tape measure! From ancient civilizations to modern innovations, this iconic tool has evolved over centuries. Learn about its origins, advancements, and how it has shaped the world we live in today. #TapeMeasureHistory #InnovationEvolution 📏🔍

Step back in time and explore the fascinating history of the tape measure! From ancient civilizations to modern innovations, this iconic tool has evolved over centuries. Learn about its origins, advancements, and how it has shaped the world we live in today. #TapeMeasureHistory #InnovationEvolution 📏🔍