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Malmesbury Abbey in Wiltshire, England, was attacked by arsonists on Friday evening. The 12th century center of learning would have been entirely lost, Read more Section: News History & Archaeology Ancient Places Europe Read Later Views: 0
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Eilmer of Malmesbury: Did This Flying Monk Beat Da Vinci by 500 Years?
August 12th, 2021 
Awake Goy Eilmer of Malmesbury was a Benedictine monk who lived in the 10th and 11th centuries AD. Eilmer is remembered today for his flight from the top of a tower. Due to this feat, the monk is considered as one of the earliest aviators. Eilmer’s story is recounted in the Chronicle of the Kings of England, […]
