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On This Day In History: Shakespeare’s King Lear Performed Before The Court Of King James I – On Dec 26, 1606

AncientPages.com | December 26, 2016

AncientPages.com - On December 26, 1606, William Shakespeare performed his play 'King Lear' before the court of King James I at Whitehall Palace. Shakespeare's friend and noted fellow actor,

When he was clear he returned to his father’s court, where he was welcomed with open arms by his mother, who recognized the golden ring.

Legendary Bladud: The Flying King And Historical Founder Of Bath, England

AncientPages.com | March 8, 2016

A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - There is an ancient and very curious legend of Britain. This legend was first mentioned by the historian Geoffrey of Monmouth in 'History of