A Thread of Diplomacy in Fabric: The Bayeux Tapestry's London Debut The sold out exhibition of the Bayeux Tapestry at London's British Museum serves as a poignant reminder that even in times of tension between nations, tangible symbols of friendship and trust can still exist.
This 1,000 year old embroidered masterpiece, on loan from France, has been making headlines for its unprecedented display outside of Normandy.
A Fabric of History The Bayeux Tapestry is often referred to as a historical document due to its detailed depiction of the Norman Conquest of England in 1066.