Illustrated Dictionary of British Churches - Cartouche Definition

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Cartouche

An ornamental shield or tablet, often containing an heraldic device (coat of arms). Cartouches are often decorated with fanciful scrolled edges representing rolled parchment or paper. Cartouches are often found upon late medieval and Elizabethan tombs.

Poughill, Cornwall

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This Scottish lord was chosen by Edward I of England as the new king of Scotland in 1292



20 December, 1192

Richard I captured and imprisoned by Leopold V of Austria

Richard (the Lionheart) and Leopold had become enemies on the 3rd Crusade. Richard was only freed after payment of a heavy ransom.

This king established the Order of the Garter



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