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Tag Archives: slavery
Overlooked? Forgotten? Unseen?
I gave a lecture for the Gardens Trust recently about Friar Park, the extraordinary house and garden of Sir Frank Crisp. An eagle-eyed friend of mine got in touch afterwards to ask about one of the images I’d used – … Continue reading
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Tagged blackamoor, colonialism, English Heritage, frank crisp, friar park, National Trust, slavery, sundial, Wentworth castle
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The Wentworth Feud…
It’s rare that family disputes give rise to anything positive but Wentworth Castle is the exception that proves the rule. The story might appear a bit confusing but it’s a pretty impressive piece of trying to outdo your rivals and … Continue reading
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