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Norman Collection (#11)

In the midst of the electrifying atmosphere at the 1968 Olympic Games in Mexico City, a powerful moment unfolded that would forever be etched in history

Background imageNorman Collection: Norman Dodds MP and Teddy boys

Norman Dodds MP and Teddy boys
Norman Noel Dodds (1903-1965), Cooperative politician pictured talking to some Teddy boys in a bar or pub. MP for Dartford from 1945-1955 and for Erith

Background imageNorman Collection: Norman Dodds MP

Norman Dodds MP
Norman Noel Dodds (1903-1965), Labour Cooperative politician. MP for Dartford from 1945-55 and for Erith and Crayford from 1955 until his death in 1965, aged 61. Date: c.1950

Background imageNorman Collection: THE DEATH OF HEREWARD

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

Background imageNorman Collection: King Harold II dies at the Battle of Hastings

King Harold II dies at the Battle of Hastings
Saxon King Harold II, in front of the standard of England, is pierced by a falling arrow at the Battle of Hastings on 14th October 1066. Date: 14th October 1066

Background imageNorman Collection: NORMAN CONQUEST 1066

NORMAN CONQUEST 1066
BATTLE OF HASTINGS relatives carry away their dead : Battle Abbey, in the distance, was not built at the time but erected later as a memorial to the battle Date: 14 October 1066

Background imageNorman Collection: EDWARD CONFESSOR DIES

EDWARD CONFESSOR DIES
Edward the Confessor dies and is buried in the church of Saint Peter (Westminster Abbey) Date: 5 January 1066

Background imageNorman Collection: NORMAN CONQUEST 7 OF 16

NORMAN CONQUEST 7 OF 16
Harold tells King Edward of his mission : Edward dies, naming Harold his successor : Harold is crowned, but astrologers interpret Halley's comet as an evil omen Date: 1066

Background imageNorman Collection: The Temple Pyx, c. 1140-50 (gilded copper alloy)

The Temple Pyx, c. 1140-50 (gilded copper alloy)
GLS219872 The Temple Pyx, c.1140-50 (gilded copper alloy) by English School, (12th century); 9.2x7.3 cm; Burrell Collection, Glasgow

Background imageNorman Collection: The Norman Archipelago, 1881 (oil on canvas)

The Norman Archipelago, 1881 (oil on canvas)
MAN430850 The Norman Archipelago, 1881 (oil on canvas) by Brett, John (1831-1902); Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: part of the Channel Islands;); © Manchester Art Gallery

Background imageNorman Collection: The Body of Harold brought before William the Conqueror, 1844-61 (oil on canvas)

The Body of Harold brought before William the Conqueror, 1844-61 (oil on canvas)
MAN62927 The Body of Harold brought before William the Conqueror, 1844-61 (oil on canvas) by Brown, Ford Madox (1821-93); 105x123.1 cm; Manchester Art Gallery

Background imageNorman Collection: Durham Cathedral (oil on canvas)

Durham Cathedral (oil on canvas)
MAN370310 Durham Cathedral (oil on canvas) by Fielding, Anthony Vandyke Copley (1787-1855) (attr. to); 71.1x91.4 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK

Background imageNorman Collection: Malvern Abbey and Gate, Worcestershire, c. 1830 (w/c on paper)

Malvern Abbey and Gate, Worcestershire, c. 1830 (w/c on paper)
495762 Malvern Abbey and Gate, Worcestershire, c.1830 (w/c on paper) by Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851); 29.9x42.8 cm; Manchester Art Gallery

Background imageNorman Collection: Ships of William the Conqueror

Ships of William the Conqueror
"Vintage engraving from the Bayeux Tapestry showing the Ships of William the Conqueror, in 1066"

Background imageNorman Collection: Bayeux Tapestry - Edward the Confessor

Bayeux Tapestry - Edward the Confessor
"Vintage engraving showing a detail of the Bayeux Tapestry, Edward's instructions to Harold"

Background imageNorman Collection: Bayeux Tapestry - Harold's Oath

Bayeux Tapestry - Harold's Oath
"Vintage engraving showing a detail of the Bayeux Tapestry, Harold's Oath of Fealty to William of Normandy"

Background imageNorman Collection: Bayeux Tapestry - Battle of Hastings

Bayeux Tapestry - Battle of Hastings
"Vintage engraving showing a detail of the Bayeux Tapestry, the Battle of Hastings and the Death of King Harold."

Background imageNorman Collection: Simon de Montfort, 6th Earl of Leicester, illustration from A Short History of the English People

Simon de Montfort, 6th Earl of Leicester, illustration from A Short History of the English People, Vol
3787853 Simon de Montfort, 6th Earl of Leicester, illustration from A Short History of the English People, Vol. II by John Robert Green ( by English School)

Background imageNorman Collection: Bayeux Tapestry - Coronation of King Harold

Bayeux Tapestry - Coronation of King Harold
"Vintage engraving showing a detail of the Bayeux Tapestry, showing the Coronation of King Harold"

Background imageNorman Collection: Illustration no. 4, Cauchoise costume (coloured engraving)

Illustration no. 4, Cauchoise costume (coloured engraving)
3823005 Illustration no. 4, Cauchoise costume (coloured engraving) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection

Background imageNorman Collection: Young girl of Bayeux (coloured engraving)

Young girl of Bayeux (coloured engraving)
3823003 Young girl of Bayeux (coloured engraving) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection

Background imageNorman Collection: Saxon and Norman Military Costume from the Bayeux Tapestry, illustration from Illustrations of

Saxon and Norman Military Costume from the Bayeux Tapestry, illustration from Illustrations of Medieval Costume in
5323836 Saxon and Norman Military Costume from the Bayeux Tapestry, illustration from Illustrations of Medieval Costume in England

Background imageNorman Collection: Tomb of King Roger II (d. 1154) of Sicily (marble) (b/w photo)

Tomb of King Roger II (d. 1154) of Sicily (marble) (b/w photo)
ALI154727 Tomb of King Roger II (d.1154) of Sicily (marble) (b/w photo) by Sicilian School, (12th Century); Duomo, Palermo

Background imageNorman Collection: Illustration no. 42, Costume of Pont-l'Eveque (coloured engraving)

Illustration no. 42, Costume of Pont-l'Eveque (coloured engraving)
3823009 Illustration no. 42, Costume of Pont-l'Eveque (coloured engraving) by French School, (20th century); 53x84.9 cm; Private Collection

Background imageNorman Collection: Harold's ships are blown to the territory of Count Guy of Ponthieu

Harold's ships are blown to the territory of Count Guy of Ponthieu, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183103 Harold's ships are blown to the territory of Count Guy of Ponthieu, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageNorman Collection: William, Duke of Normandy rides to welcome Harold, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)

William, Duke of Normandy rides to welcome Harold, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183115 William, Duke of Normandy rides to welcome Harold, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageNorman Collection: Harold rides to Bosham church to pray before leaving for Normandy

Harold rides to Bosham church to pray before leaving for Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183100 Harold rides to Bosham church to pray before leaving for Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) (detail of 115608) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie

Background imageNorman Collection: Duke Conan of Brittany offers William the keys of Dinan and William honours Harold

Duke Conan of Brittany offers William the keys of Dinan and William honours Harold
XIR157769 Duke Conan of Brittany offers William the keys of Dinan and William honours Harold, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie

Background imageNorman Collection: William leads his army to Brittany where they get stuck in quicksand

William leads his army to Brittany where they get stuck in quicksand, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183120 William leads his army to Brittany where they get stuck in quicksand, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageNorman Collection: Armed riders from Duke William arrive to escort Harold to him

Armed riders from Duke William arrive to escort Harold to him, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183111 Armed riders from Duke William arrive to escort Harold to him, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageNorman Collection: Count Guy of Ponthieu's soldiers take Harold prisoner to Beaurain

Count Guy of Ponthieu's soldiers take Harold prisoner to Beaurain, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR161949 Count Guy of Ponthieu's soldiers take Harold prisoner to Beaurain, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageNorman Collection: Count Guy of Ponthieu seizes Harold as he lands in Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry

Count Guy of Ponthieu seizes Harold as he lands in Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183106 Count Guy of Ponthieu seizes Harold as he lands in Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageNorman Collection: Count Guy leads Harold to William, Duke of Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)

Count Guy leads Harold to William, Duke of Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183114 Count Guy leads Harold to William, Duke of Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageNorman Collection: Harold's ships are blown to the territory of Count Guy of Ponthieu

Harold's ships are blown to the territory of Count Guy of Ponthieu, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183104 Harold's ships are blown to the territory of Count Guy of Ponthieu, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageNorman Collection: Duke William's messangers arrive at Beaurain Castle, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)

Duke William's messangers arrive at Beaurain Castle, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183110 Duke William's messangers arrive at Beaurain Castle, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageNorman Collection: Aelfgyva with a priest, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)

Aelfgyva with a priest, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183118 Aelfgyva with a priest, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageNorman Collection: William leads his army against Duke Conan of Brittany, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)

William leads his army against Duke Conan of Brittany, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183119 William leads his army against Duke Conan of Brittany, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageNorman Collection: Harold addresses William in the Great Hall of his castle in Rouen

Harold addresses William in the Great Hall of his castle in Rouen, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183117 Harold addresses William in the Great Hall of his castle in Rouen, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageNorman Collection: Duke William encourages his troops to prepare themselves for the battle against the English army

Duke William encourages his troops to prepare themselves for the battle against the English army
XIR165820 Duke William encourages his troops to prepare themselves for the battle against the English army, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School

Background imageNorman Collection: Earl Harold is led by Count Guy to William, Duke of Normandy

Earl Harold is led by Count Guy to William, Duke of Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183113 Earl Harold is led by Count Guy to William, Duke of Normandy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageNorman Collection: Harold and Count Guy of Ponthieu talking together at Beaurain

Harold and Count Guy of Ponthieu talking together at Beaurain, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183102 Harold and Count Guy of Ponthieu talking together at Beaurain, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageNorman Collection: Duke Conan flees from Dol with Duke William's knights in pursuit

Duke Conan flees from Dol with Duke William's knights in pursuit, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR181083 Duke Conan flees from Dol with Duke William's knights in pursuit, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageNorman Collection: Duke William's envoys come to find Count Guy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)

Duke William's envoys come to find Count Guy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183109 Duke William's envoys come to find Count Guy, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageNorman Collection: William honours Harold and they ride to Bayeux together, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)

William honours Harold and they ride to Bayeux together, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR183121 William honours Harold and they ride to Bayeux together, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageNorman Collection: A groom brings William his charger, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)

A groom brings William his charger, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR159300 A groom brings William his charger, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageNorman Collection: Harold Drags Norman Soldiers from the Quicksand, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)

Harold Drags Norman Soldiers from the Quicksand, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR154192 Harold Drags Norman Soldiers from the Quicksand, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageNorman Collection: Norman Knights Ride to Hastings to Forage for Food, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)

Norman Knights Ride to Hastings to Forage for Food, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen)
XIR181249 Norman Knights Ride to Hastings to Forage for Food, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Background imageNorman Collection: Duke William's soldiers ride past Rennes in pursuit of Duke Conan of Brittany

Duke William's soldiers ride past Rennes in pursuit of Duke Conan of Brittany
XIR165817 Duke William's soldiers ride past Rennes in pursuit of Duke Conan of Brittany, Bayeux Tapestry (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie




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In the midst of the electrifying atmosphere at the 1968 Olympic Games in Mexico City, a powerful moment unfolded that would forever be etched in history. American runners Tommie Smith and John Carlos made a bold statement by raising their fists in the iconic Black Power salute during the medal ceremonies. However, it was Australian athlete Peter Norman who silently stood beside them, wearing an OPHR badge as a symbol of solidarity. Norman's presence in this pivotal moment showcased his unwavering support for equality and justice. Just like an exploding star illuminating the night sky, his actions shone brightly amidst adversity. This act of unity transcended borders and reminded us all that humanity knows no boundaries. Delving into history, we find another connection to Norman - the Bayeux Tapestry portraying the Norman Conquest. This historical event marked a turning point for England, much like how Norman's stance challenged societal norms on that fateful day at the Olympics. As we explore further, Durham Cathedral comes into view - a testament to enduring strength and resilience. Similarly, Norman displayed immense courage when he chose to align himself with Smith and Carlos' cause despite knowing it could have severe repercussions. Looking back even further to 1066, we see England depicted on a map before William Duke of Normandy embarked on his conquest. The Battle of Hastings ensued shortly after – yet another instance where "Norman" played a significant role in shaping history. Switching gears from sports to soccer brings us to England's victorious World Cup win in 1966 – an occasion celebrated nationwide. In this context too, one cannot help but draw parallels between moments of triumph such as these and Norman's brave stand against racial inequality. Venturing northwards towards Bamburgh Castle reveals both strength and serenity coexisting harmoniously – just like Peter Norman did when faced with adversity while upholding his beliefs. Finally arriving at Cardiff Castle showcases its Norman Keep, standing tall amidst a sea of daffodils.