Summary: Series 27 Issue 4
Published: November 2020
Editor: Jeff Lawson
Featured in this issue:
This issue features articles on the Goathland Junior Longsword Tournament, which revived sword dancing traditions in North Yorkshire schools. The issue highlights the impact of COVID-19 on midwinter sword dancing events, detailing cancellations and adaptations. A historical exploration of the Handsworth Traditional Sword Dancers, including a new guided walk, is presented alongside an account of the Flemish team Die Michielen. The issue also honours Pat Malham, a notable figure in the sword dancing community, and includes articles on the history and maintenance of traditional swords.
This issue features Goathland Junior Longsword Tournament, Handsworth Traditional Sword Dancers, Die Michielen, and memorials for Pat Malham. Additionally, it covers the Grenoside Sword Dance Team, Monkseaton Morris Men, Flamborough, Redcar, Spen Valley Long Sword, and Brompton Scorpers, highlighting their activities and challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Featured events in this issue include the Goathland Junior Longsword Tournament in North Yorkshire and a guided historical walk in Handsworth. The issue also reports on the impact of the pandemic on midwinter sword dancing events such as the Grenoside Sword Dance in Main Street, the Monkseaton Morris Men’s New Year’s Day performance, and the Flamborough senior team’s token dance at Dog & Duck Square.
#Editor:
Jeff Lawson
#Citation:
Rattle Up My Boys (RUMB),
27(4), November 2020
https://www.morrisfed.org.uk/magazines/rumb/series-27-issue-04/
#rattleupmyboys #rattleupmyboys_s27.4
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