Arts
festival to mark 950 years since the Battle of Hastings
The headline of the article I’ve read is «Arts
festival to mark 950 years since the Battle of Hastings». The article was
written by Tristram Fane Saunders. It was published in the newspaper «The
Telegraph», issued on the 25th of November, 2015.
The article is devoted to the 950th anniversary of the Battle of Hastings. Its
purpose is to attract the attention of the younger generation to this event and
history in general.
The author starts by telling the reader that the
Battle of Hastings will be marked by the arts festival «Root 1066». It will be
held throughout East Sussex from September
2016, until the anniversary of the battle itself, on the 14th of
October. The author points out the importance of this event with the words of Hastings councilor Peter Chowney who said that the impact
of the Norman Conquest on England
In conclusion the author also emphasizes
the importance of this event with the words of Peter Chowney who said that the
festival would «not only act as a stage for works by established artists and
performers» but also «create a spotlight for local community groups, schools
and colleges».
I found the article very
informative because it is very important for the young generation to know history,
respect and appreciate the culture of their ancestors. And such events as « Route
1066» will help them to become closer with their country, to connect their past
with their present.
And what do you think about
history festivals? Do you agree that they are still actual today?
You can find the article here http://www.telegraph.co.uk/music/news/arts-festival-to-mark-950-years-since-the-battle-of-hastings/
I think history festivals are very important and actual nowadays. It connects the young generation with the past and it gives the opportunity not to forget about the events which took place many years ago. I suppose everybody should remember the history of his or her nation, and the whole world either, and pay attention to such festivals as this one. In my opinion the article you’ve chosen is fascinating and informative. I was always fond of history and I agree with you that people should remember such festivals.
ОтветитьУдалитьThanks for your rendering! I think that it is necessary to remember our past. In my opinion, it is a great idea to create different history festivals because it helps us to feel the spirit of that times, to understand how people lived. It could help young generation to get involved into the history and to like ot. As Lomonocov said: "A nation that does not know its past has no future".
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