A body subsequently identified as that of King Richard III was found in a Leicester car park in 2012. This talk will be a blow-by-blow account of where and how Richard was slain, and his body treated after he died... with all the gory bits! Illustrated lecture by Mr. Bob Woosnam-Savage Curator of Edged Weapons, Royal Armouries, Leeds This talk by an expert involved in the team which excavated Richard III's remains will reconstruct where and how Richard was slain, and how his body was treated after he died. Participants will get the opportunity to question Mr. Woosnam-Savage after his lecture and then to meet socially and talk to him informally after his lecture. This event is supported by the Centre for Medieval and Renaissance Studies. Centre for Medieval and Renaissance Studies Date & time: 17th of Feb, 4-5.30 for lecture (reception after) Audience: Open to all Cost: Free Booking information: Booking is now open! Please book through the link below. Additional information: Accessibility: No restrictions Location: Meadows Lecture Theatre, William Robertson Wing Book your place! Book a place on this event This article was published on 2024-08-01
