In a dramatised monologue, Simon Waterfield gives us a story about war and remembrance centred round a 14th century archer and his experiences in France at the Battle of Agincourt. The story covers the archer’s journey to join the army, during which he meets Chaucer and the pilgrims on the way to Canterbury.
Spoken and acted in a way to include the audience in his reminiscence, the archer tells of his experiences at war at Agincourt, and how they affected him and his family on his return, and his reflections on the meaning of war and remembrance.
The talk features historical anecdotes and reproduction historical artefacts which are used as part of the drama to bring history and the archer’s story to life. Humour and emotion are strong elements of the tale, as is some assistance from Shakespeare.