The Battle of Worcester Society
@BoWSociety
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Dedicated to promoting and protecting the fascinating heritage surrounding the Battle of Worcester, one of the most significant events in English history.
Worcester
Joined February 2011
Join us tonight for a talk on John Bradshawe, long vilified as the man who condemned King Charles I to death. Dr Charlotte Young offers a bold new perspective on this contested figure. Commandery Great Hall, Worcester 👇 #KingCharles #Parliament #Monarchy
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It is all kicking off in Worcester today. The 17th century has marched back, armed to the teeth.
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Good morning – our 17th century banners are bursting with dazzling colour today on Copenhagen Street in Worcester, brightening even the greyest morning.
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This Saturday, Worcester becomes a stage… and the 17th century marches through it. Be there or you will wish you had. 👇
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Discover the true legacy of John Bradshawe, the man who sentenced King Charles I to death. Dr Charlotte Young presents a bold new perspective in Worcester. #KingCharles
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RT @JamesConnell8: Beautiful historic banners have put our Civil War city on map
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The English Civil War banners are now in place in Copenhagen Street in a first for Worcester
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Worcester bursts into colour as 15 hand painted banners transform Copenhagen Street, bringing 17th century  Civil War history to life. This bold public art project is a Country first, uniting history, creativity, and education in a vibrant, unforgettable display. #LivingHistory
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DATE FOR THE DIARY: Saturday 23rd August, 3pm, Worcester. This event is not to be missed 👇
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A little history in your glass: The Royal Oak and The King's Head, both among England’s top 20 pub names, have intriguing links to the English Civil War (or War of the Three Kingdoms). A real taste of history in every sip. 🍻 #ThingsThatMakeYouGoHmm
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RT @17thCenturyLady: Many thanks to @BoWSociety and everyone who came to my talk, Ravenous, this evening at the amazing Commandery. What a….
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RT @17thCenturyLady: THIS THURSDAY! I'll be at The Commandery in Worcester to give my talk on the lucious yet volatile Barbara Villiers, Co….
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A king was executed, the monarchy abolished, and proportionally more lives lost than in any other conflict on British soil, yet the English Civil War is barely taught in schools. @educationgovuk why are we ignoring one of the most pivotal chapters in our history?
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Prepare for passion, power, and peril! On 31st July, the legendary Andrea Zuvich reveals the scandalous allure of Barbara Villiers, mistress of a king and the most magnetic woman of the Stuart court. One night only at The Commandery, Worcester. Dare you attend Ravenous? ⬇️
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Worcester City Council Leader @LynnDenham1 backs our Civil War banners project. We are the first city in the country to bring the 17th century back to Worcester! Stunning, bold and totally authentic.
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RT @StuartHistFest: After a fantastic Stuart History Festival weekend, we would like to say a big THANK YOU to the 10 speakers and our spon….
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