Millenary Pageant, Stafford

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Date:1913

Description:In 1913 a Millenary Pageant was performed in the castle fields to celebrate 1000 years of Stafford's history from its founding in 913 AD by Aethelfleda. Stafford Castle can be seen in the background.

This is a re-enactment of Richard Brindsley Sheridan's election campaign. Sheridan was a playwright and M.P. for Stafford 1780 - 1807.

Related themes:

Pageants Outings & Holidays Fancy Dress Fairs, Carnivals, Parades & Processions Castles & Moats

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Donor ref:P96.006.0098 (18/2680)

Source: Staffordshire Museum Service

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