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Há 2 dias · A 19th century notebook with a deep historical significance has finally been acquired by Shetland Amenity Trust, thanks to the generous support of the Shetland Family History Society (SFHS). Gilbert Goudie’s notebook contains observations made by the Dunrossness-born antiquary and amateur archaeologist. Born in 1843, Goudie spent most of his ...
Há 2 dias · The antiquary Richard Rawlinson (1690–1755) had a passion for preserving Britain’s heritage and the wealth to collect books, manuscripts, charters, prints, paintings, coins, and many other artworks that filled his London house to the brim.
Há 1 dia · After Edmund’s death in 1299, the castle reverted to the Crown. From 1337 onwards, it was one of the 17 antiqua maneria of the Duchy of Cornwall. Although rarely used as a residence, Edward the Black Prince stayed at the castle in 1354 and 1365. The castle fell into disrepair by the 16th century, as noted by the antiquary John Leland.
Há 2 dias · Gilbert Goudie was a very keen antiquary and amateur archaeologist. Born in Shetland in 1843, he moved to Edinburgh and became a banker. He held the position of Treasurer to the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland and lived in the city for the rest of his life. But he kept up his interest in Shetland’s history and lore until the end.
Há 1 dia · Categories: Family history, Omphalos films, Philosophy, Poems, Scotland, This is Not yesterday, Two cultures Tags: 'S I G H T L I N E S' by Kathleen Jamie, 11 May 2024, a kind of interdimensional shimmer, an invitation to reimagine; to see in different ways, Antiquary, Arory-bory-Alice., aurora borealis, Elbow, Films of concerts, Glasgow ...
Há 2 dias · Regarded as one of the world’s earliest learning institutions that still exists today, the Al-Azhar University opened its doors in 970 during the Fatimid Dynasty in Cairo, Egypt. But even though ...
Há 3 dias · 70 likes, 3 comments - drallanbarton on May 12, 2024: "In the remote village of Great Saxham in Suffolk is a church with two monuments commemorating one man – and ...
