The Bayeux Tapestry's Curious Impact on British Culture The recent exhibition of the Bayeux Tapestry at the British Museum has been met with unprecedented enthusiasm, with a record breaking 100,000 tickets sold in advance of its opening.
This 1,000 year old piece of embroidery depicts the Norman Conquest of England under William the Conqueror and has sparked widespread interest.
While some hail the loan as a symbol of renewed cross Channel ties following Brexit, others see it as a nostalgic reminder of British history.