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Fairfax memorial, York Minster
July 2011
This brass plaque in the chapter house of York Minster remembers two members of the Fairfax family, and acknowledges their role in protecting the stained glass so many of us have gazed at in awe in … More …
Siege of York 1644: map
July 2011
A Google map showing the location of the city’s defences, damaged buildings, known homes of important personages, bridges of boats across the Ouse used by the besieging forces, etc.
Load the map in the enlarged view for the full key/list of features marked (opens in new browser … More …
1644: bowling green battles
February 2011
Back in June 1644, during the siege of York, this was the site of a major explosion, collapsing stonework, and a frantic battle across bowling greens and orchards. In 2011, there … More …