The Song of the Battle of Lewes

A video made in search of a melody to fit the 1264 Song of the Battle of Lewes - celebrating Simon de Montfort’s victory over Henry III, and the subsequent creation of England’s first parliament.

Filmed while walking the Old Way (Southampton to Canterbury) in 2020. Featuring Saddlescombe to Lewes.

 
 
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