Monthly Archives: May 2017
Disaster on The Grand Tour
During the seventeenth century the grand tour became a popular pastime for aristocrats, wanting to complete their education and to see the fine examples of art and different culture in Europe. We know of their travels through the art … Continue reading
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Tagged italy, journal, learning, travel
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Anthony Hamond: A Victorian County Councillor
As Norfolk goes to the polls for the county council elections on 4 May, it is probably no surprise that the Norfolk Record Office holds many records relating to local politics. Norfolk County Council was established in 1889 by the … Continue reading
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