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French minister reports two broken threads, no major damage on Bayeux Tapestry

French minister reports two broken threads, no major damage on Bayeux Tapestry
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French Culture Minister Catherine Pegard confirmed Friday two small tears have been noted on the 900-year-old embroidery after its recent transfer to the British Museum in London. Pegard said the 70-meter tapestry, which France has temporarily loaned to the UK, has otherwise arrived intact.

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