Illustrated Dictionary of British Churches - Cartouche Definition

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Cartouche

An ornamental shield or tablet, often containing an heraldic device (coat of arms). Cartouches are often decorated with fanciful scrolled edges representing rolled parchment or paper. Cartouches are often found upon late medieval and Elizabethan tombs.

Poughill, Cornwall

Poughill, Cornwall




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This prolonged conflict between England and France began in 1337



07 December, 1640

Parliament declares 'ship money' illegal

Ship money was a tex levied by Charles I without consent of Parliament

This king hid in an oak tree after defeat at the Battle of Worcester in 1651



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