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October 10, 1902
The Holt County Sentinel
Oregon, Holt County, Missouri
What is this article about?
French journalists note that King Dagobert's seventh-century throne, preserved in Paris's National Library and traditionally crafted by a saint, predates King Edward the Confessor's coronation throne, sparking national pride in its antiquity.
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King Dagobert's Throne.
Much has been written about the antiquity of the throne on which King Edward of England was crowned, but, as French journalists are now taking pains to point out, it is not nearly as old as the throne of King Dagobert, which is still religiously preserved at the National Library in Paris. According to the best authorities, this throne dates back to the seventh century, and consequently it is many years older than the throne of Edward the Confessor. Moreover, there is a popular tradition that it was fashioned by a saint who possessed much skill in carving and engraving. However this may be, the French are very proud of the ancient relic.
Much has been written about the antiquity of the throne on which King Edward of England was crowned, but, as French journalists are now taking pains to point out, it is not nearly as old as the throne of King Dagobert, which is still religiously preserved at the National Library in Paris. According to the best authorities, this throne dates back to the seventh century, and consequently it is many years older than the throne of Edward the Confessor. Moreover, there is a popular tradition that it was fashioned by a saint who possessed much skill in carving and engraving. However this may be, the French are very proud of the ancient relic.
What sub-type of article is it?
Curiosity
Historical Event
What themes does it cover?
Providence Divine
What keywords are associated?
Dagobert Throne
Edward Confessor
Seventh Century
Paris Library
Saint Craftsman
French Pride
What entities or persons were involved?
King Dagobert
King Edward
Saint
Where did it happen?
National Library In Paris
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Key Persons
King Dagobert
King Edward
Saint
Location
National Library In Paris
Event Date
Seventh Century
Story Details
The throne of King Dagobert dates to the seventh century, older than the throne of King Edward the Confessor, and is preserved at the National Library in Paris. Tradition holds it was fashioned by a skilled saint, and the French are proud of this ancient relic.