Five key scenes from the Bayeux Tapestry, and the story they tell
It depicts a medieval game of thrones as William the Conquerer did battle with King Harold to rule England.
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"He's being given arms and armaments by Duke William, and this is really important because the subtext of the first half of the tapestry is essentially to present Harold as a heroic figure."
— Dr David Musgrove , Academic
"This scene is basically where Harold goes from hero in the first part to zero in the second part."
— Dr David Musgrove , Academic
"At least that's my take on it. He looks as if he's kind of a bit anguished about having to make this oath."
— Dr David Musgrove , Academic
"That is basically saying, 'Something's gone wrong here, Harold having himself crowned is going to lead to a bad result.' And that is what happens."
— Dr David Musgrove , Academic
"This is the most famous scene in the tapestry."
— Dr David Musgrove , Academic
"It's undeniable that Harold is dead - the text says it - but the manner of his death is somewhat debated."
— Dr David Musgrove , Academic
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