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Macron and Burnham join King Charles III to see the Bayeux Tapestry in London
AP News • • world
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- French President Emmanuel Macron and Britain’s King Charles III jointly visited the Bayeux Tapestry at the British Museum, highlighting it as a symbol of the intertwined histories of France and Britain.
- The tapestry, depicting the 1066 Norman conquest of England, was loaned by France to the UK for a 10-month exhibition starting September 10, marking the first time in nearly a millennium it has been displayed on British soil.
- The loan, insured for 960 million euros, followed delicate diplomatic negotiations and is seen as a significant cultural moment aimed at strengthening Franco-British relations post-Brexit.
- New UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham emphasized the tapestry's importance in restoring ties with Europe and plans to host Macron for talks focusing on migration, security cooperation, and support for Ukraine.
- The British Museum will complement the exhibition with a digital display and educational programs, including a national history lesson for schoolchildren on October 14.
