The Sutton Hoo Helmet (the story behind The Dig Netflix), British Museum

The Sutton Hoo Helmet (the story behind The Dig Netflix), British Museum
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Main sources:
- Sutton Hoo Wikipedia en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sutton_Hoo
- The Sutton Hoo Helmet, Masterpieces of the British Museum www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b007...
- The National Trust website www.nationaltrust.org.uk/sutt...
- The British Museum website www.britishmuseum.org/collect...
The Sutton Hoo helmet is an Anglo-Saxon helmet found during a 1939 excavation of the Sutton Hoo ship-burial. It was buried around 625AD and is widely believed to have belonged to King Rædwald of East Anglia; its elaborate decoration may have given it a secondary function akin to a crown. The helmet was both a functional piece of armour that would have offered considerable protection if ever used in warfare, and a decorative, prestigious piece of extravagant metalwork. It is described as "the most iconic object" from "one of the most spectacular archaeological discoveries ever made," and perhaps the most important known Anglo-Saxon artefact.
Basil Brown (Ralph Fiennes), Charles Phillips (Carey Mulligan) and Peggy Piggott (Lily James) were all archaeologists
The visage contains eyebrows, a nose, and moustache, creating the image of a man joined by a dragon's head to become a soaring dragon with outstretched wings. It has become a symbol of the Early Middle Ages and "of Archaeology in general." It was excavated as hundreds of rusted fragments, and was first displayed following an initial reconstruction in 1945-46, and then in its present form after a second reconstruction in 1970-71.
The helmet and the other artefacts from the site were determined to be the property of Edith Pretty, owner of the land on which they were found. She donated them to the British Museum, where the helmet is on permanent display in Room 41.

[@Philinganes]

Hello, I am the author of the Basil Brown biography and co-author of the Edith Pretty biography. It is always enjoyable to see new coverage of this story and you present the facts very well. Over the years I have encountered a variety of assertions about this story which I don't recognise but your material is spot on. Well done!

[@arthistorygirl2327]

They're such fascinating people! So frustrating Basil never got the recognition he deserved. I went to Sutton Hoo in the summer and discovered so much I wish I'd covered in this video! What are the names of your books? I'll have a look for them.

[@fionas3055]

Chris you should check out the BBC documentary ‘Sutton Hoo- Masterpieces of the British Museum.’ Its on KZbin and narrated by Daniel Evans with contributions from various experts in the field, most of which has simply been repeated verbatim here. This is not original research sadly and that lack of transparency is disappointing from someone who describes themselves as a freelance journalist. It seriously detracts from what otherwise might be research to be taken seriously.

[@carringtonlefayette8644]

I am going to search for your book. Thank you Australia 11.06 pm 3 February 2021.

[@SUSSDUE]

I am certainly going to find your book! I read about the Sutton Hoo dig at school when I was eight and that decided my future ( I later studied archaeology and worked on excavations until my knees had me change into becoming an archivist). And after having seen The Dig I am even more interested to read about Basil Brown and Edith Pretty. As I wrote in a comment above as I volunteer I encountered the rigid class system at digs still there even in the eigthies...

[@ladyarugula8090]

Is it true that the mound collapsed on him and he had to be dug out as shown in the movie?

[@DaveMelton2]

Thank You Art History girl a fascinating story beautifully told. As a young boy I had the pleasure of knowing Basil Brown and joined him on one of his digs in our local village Basil was a lovely slightly eccentric old gentleman who enthralled my brother and me with tales of his many discovers Your talk brought back happy memories Many thanks Dave

[@macshall5741]

Glad I found ya! You make history fun to listen to! Post more if the baby allows of course. Thanks

[@hanfin9698]

That was informative. What baby?

[@davidcawrowl3865]

*Goosebumps* over the flying dragon emblem on the helmet and the revised moustache being its feathered tail.

[@arthistorygirl2327]

I know, it gets me every time

[@sidgriffith1592]

I visited the British Museum January 2020. Just before the lockdowns changed our lives. I visited from the US. I spent a long time staring at that helmet. It is fascinating to say the least. You do an exceptional job in this video.

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Thank you ☺️ aww you’re lucky, just before lockdown seems like a long time ago

[@Chardonbois]

Found this video after watching The Dig and wanted to know more about the helmet and the man who wore it. I was not disappointed. Congratulations on producing such an excellent and informative documentary. Your passion for the subject shines through. The British Museum needs to snap you up!

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Thanks very much, glad you enjoyed it!! I know, so interested in Raedwald...I'm having a baby in August and trying to convince my partner that Raedwald would be a good name. 😂 That would be a fun job!

[@Chardonbois]

@@arthistorygirl2327 Congratulations to you both! That would be a cool name though!!

[@chrisformby3039]

@@arthistorygirl2327 Did you get your way, or maybe you chose Basil ? Great video, thank you.👍

[@thomasmiller1650]

I watched this after enjoying "The Dig." Really nice that the film seems pretty historically accurate. No one seems to have commented how nice it is that your videos are ad-free. I realize that it takes a lot of time to put them together, but still it's nice that you seem more interested in spreading the word, uninterrupted.

[@gixellia8455]

Thank you for pointing this out!

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Did you enjoy the dig? I still need to sit down and watch it. Thank you, they take a lot time but I really enjoy making them 😊

[@lindataylor5779]

@@arthistorygirl2327 I read the novel first and then watched the Netflix film. The novel was written by John Preston, the nephew of Peggy Piggot, one of the archeologists in the real story. Both the novel and the film emphasized the personal relationships of Edith Pretty, Basile Brown and the squabbles among the museum officials and archeologists. I don't think they provide enough context for the actual discovery. Of course, the looming WW2 meant the excavation was done under a lot of pressure. The Netflix film greatly fictionalized the relationships much further than the novel. Carey Mulligan is a wonderful actress, but much younger than Edith Pretty, even though they emphasized a heart condition. In fact, the real Edith Pretty gave birth to her only child Robert at the age of 47! (that information is in the novel, but certainly not in the movie) and she didn't die (of a stroke) until 1942, three years after the war started in England. I really appreciate your video for providing the history and importance of the actual discoveries at the excavation.

[@dr.lexwinter8604]

I'd rather take to my knackers with a hammer than watch anything on Netflix. They're historic revisionists and piss in the face of our history and culture. I'm sure The Dig was well done given the positive reviews in comments I am seeing pop up the last few days however the sins of that company will never be washed clean.

[@maureenmcguire1124]

@@lindataylor5779 I'm inspired to read the novel now. Edith Pretty was 55 at the time of "The Dig", in 1938 and her son was 8. Carey Mulligan did a fantastic job of acting 55, looking 55 and moving as an ill 55 year old woman. I looked at 55, (now I am 69) much like the woman portrayed by Carey Mulligan. People often thought I was younger. It sounds much older than it is. You are a harsh and judgemental critic and it seems if a woman is smart and 55 people assume she can not also be pretty. That is my experience. In photos the real Edith was also attractive, at this age, although heavier and looking a bit older. She was thought to be beautiful by her contemporaries. Even as an older woman. Look at The Dig again. That is not 35 year old Carey Mulligan. She is made up to be 55. Not as decrepit as you apparently assume 55 to be. haha. Irritated me at 55 and irritates me now. I shall read the book though though and thanks! Otherwise nice review.

[@BenjaminHare]

No idea why this showed up on my dash, but I'm so glad it did. Your enthusiasm is infectious!

[@arthistorygirl2327]

That's great, I'm glad you enjoyed it! I've got loads planned for Jan. Merry Xmas 🎄

[@gy4246]

Just watched The Dig. Highly recommended

[@HandleDeezNutzVoluntarily]

Agreed, watched it last night. Was a good film.

[@Mabel90666]

In the States, any chance you can tell me where I can watch “the dig?”

[@arthistorygirl2327]

It's on the UK Netflix - don't know about US. It came out on Friday 29th Jan.

[@Mabel90666]

Wow, it’s here in the States and it’s one of the Top 10 Shows on Netflix. Thank you so much. You clearly have a gift. Keep going. :)

[@dr.lexwinter8604]

@@Mabel90666 It's on Netflix, so I presume they'll claim that the Anglo-Saxons were actually sub-saharan African. We Wuz Vikangz.

[@patmerwin6249]

You are an excellent storyteller! I watched the movie The Dig, but your video brought so much more clarity than did the movie. Great job, and thank you!

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Wow, thank you - that's the best compliment ever!! I'm glad you enjoyed it. 😊

[@stevefazzio]

Thank you so much for your video. We watched The Dig last night and I was curious about the true story behind the movie. Cheers from Manhattan Beach, California!

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Great to hear from you in California!! I'm in Glasgow, Scotland 😊

[@mikesaunders4775]

A very well presented account of a seminal moment in English history.

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Thanks very much! Let me know if you have any other suggestions :)

[@davidkyle5017]

A brilliant job explaining this very dark and mysterious period of English history. I started watching "The Dig" yesterday and wasn't aware that it concerned the Sutton Hoo items. I'm only halfway through the movie (don't start watching movies at 3am) but now I will finish the same with a fuller understanding thanks to you. Cheers.

[@arthistorygirl2327]

No problem David! Glad to have helped. It does seem like a very mysterious period - the Vikings get all the limelight but I think the anglo-saxons are just as interesting.

[@roberttreborable]

Also it well worth a visit to Sutton Hoo, Suffolk....Make a whole day of it you won't be disapointed.....

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Yes, definitely! I went after I made this video. Definitely the wrong way round 😂

[@carringtonlefayette8644]

We watched The Dig two days ago and we both loved it. It is truly wonderful to learn of history whilst being entertained. I thought Basil Brown was beyond fabulous and very dignified. He knew his worth; his wife was wonderful bringing him clean shirts. My heartfelt gratitude for all your stunning knowledge. You are a total clever clogs. Your voice is very calming. Australia 11.05pm 3 February 2021.

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Aww thanks very much to you in Australia! I'm really glad you enjoyed it and it's definitely a shame Basil was not able to take full credit for the discovery. Your comments are very kind.

[@brownspot9]

You captured my interest from the start. Thank God there are people like you that have the gift of enthusiasm and artistic ability to paint a verbal tapestry of history 🌹 I look forward to your musical words. Steven Louisiana, USA

[@caturdaynite7217]

Sites like the mounds in Sutton Hoo are common place where I live in Wisconsin USA. But, here they are effigy mounds from 1000 years ago made by the for-bearers of modern native people who lived in the area. I would recommend the movie 'The Dig', it was a good movie. The helmet is absolutely amazing. All I've ever pulled out of my garden is glacial granite boulders and pop tabs from the 1970's. I liked your video very much.

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Aww really! That's very interesting. Yeah, I think we've just found crushed bits of terracotta in my garden

[@anamarialondonovilla419]

Congratulations, gracefully done, You communicate in a very fascinating and magical way!

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Aww thanks very much, that's very kind of you to say!

[@Wally-H]

Very good, thank you. Just a couple of my own thoughts, which were heavily influenced by Professor Richard Gameson during my time at the University of Kent: The idea that Raedwald was in Mound 1 is perhaps more contentious than your narrative suggests. According to Professor Gameson, it is highly likely that burial mounds like this were actually fairly numerous in East Anglia, but most have been flattened by ploughing. Whilst they would of course always have been the last resting place for very important people (including Royalty) it does seem an extraordinary coincidence that the one mound surviving intact - and the only one the robbers didn't get to (their trench just missed the treasure) - just happens to be Readwald. When I was at university, a visiting professor from Cambridge made a case for the grave belonging to one of the Essex kings. He may or may not be correct but we must acknowledge the fact there are alternative theories. Second, regarding the helmet, the reconstruction of the fragments may or may not be accurate. The helmet was originally 'reconstructed' in the 50's but years later, it was dismantled and re-made in a different shape. We can't be certain that many of the fragments have been put back in the right places, and that the shape is actually totally correct - there just isn't enough of it left to be sure.

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Aww thanks very for sharing that! That's a really interesting theory, I haven't heard it before

[@Wally-H]

@@arthistorygirl2327 I remember Professor Gameson joking that the first reconstruction of the helmet looked like it was influenced by 50's sci-fi films. When they did it again, it looked more like a 1970's sci-fi helmet lol

[@micametalgem3721]

Very well done. Sutton Hoo raises Goosebumps and I think you've done it justice..

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Thanks very much

[@SUSSDUE]

After having seen the Dig and listening to your excellent recounting of the story of the Sutton Hoo dig I am taken with how little changed over the decades of the attitudes in British archaeology. I was a Swedish archaeology student in the middle of the eighties. Since there was no way one could get experience at digging in Sweden, I and my future husband went over to England and Wales to work as volunteers on excavations. Fantastic years and we learnt so much and found brilliant friends I am still in touch with today. But what struck me, coming from a much more egalitarian and less "class aware" country was how the directors, who were nominally in charge of the dig and got all the academic credits for them NEVER EVER got their own little hands dirty- not even a show of mattocking, emptying heavy wheelbarrows or even any work with the trowel! Everyone else seemed to think it was normal but I seethed... And then, as a the end of my volunteer digs I became a very experienced digger and could - as Basil puts it in the film- read the soil from colour and density- get ones finds questioned by the director who didn´t even bother to lower himself to my lewel and go down on his knees to examine the soil, that was utter humiliation. ( I had found a clear row of stakeholes by the side of an Iron age road, but that didn´t suit the directors theories so he completely dismissed it..) And , even if I was angry,I could go home and not encounter such behaviour at any dig anymore but poor Basil Brown had to put up with this all his life apparently, just because the snobs could not lower themselves to get their hands on experience that he had! I feel so angry and sorry for Basil Brown!!! I certainly hope British archaeology is far more egalitarian nowadays and that directors of excavations actually get down on their knees and dig!

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Gosh, yes that's fascinating! Thanks very much for sharing, it's really interesting to hear from someone who's got experience in archaeology and it sounds very frustrating to be completely dismissed by the directors! Presumably you would have known what you were looking for, given you were used to being on your hands and knees Do you still go on digs? You are right as well, Britain is a very class-based society and people can be very snobby - it's quite strange although I do think people are getting better.

[@SUSSDUE]

@@arthistorygirl2327 Thank you! No, sadly I had to give up archaeology as I got older as it took a hard toll on my knees, so I became an archivist instead- from old bones to old papers;-), a very interesting job too! I have to add that having ranted about the snobbery of archaeology directors I have to say that I have never met som many kind and polite people as I did in Britain, and both my husband and I remain true Anglofiles, you live in one of the most beautiful countries in the world!

[@nickscott6139]

Thank you. I've recently re-read "The Dig" by John Preston. I think the, soon to be released , film (on Netflix 29th Jan 2021) is based on his book. I can recommend it as it captures a Britain of simplicity and dignity and a fascinating insight into the excavation.

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Sounds great, I’ll have to look for it. I’m v excited for the dig

[@nickscott6139]

@@arthistorygirl2327 Agreed. It's a shame that any film these days requires big names in order to get financed. This was a golden opportunity to get two up and coming lead actors. Given that theatres are currently closed what chance do these unknowns really have to earn a living.

[@millysbookshelf2101]

How fascinating! My husband is into art and history, and the Anglo Saxons. Well done!

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Thank you ☺️

[@lindasuedauphin6732]

Loved “The Dig”.Just watched it. Fascinating.

[@melanieohara6941]

So glad I found your sight, just after watching the amazing film yesterday. Watching from Wyoming-Thank You!❇️

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Thanks very much Melanie, it's great to have you here

[@melanieohara6941]

I meant to write “site.” Sorry!🙃

[@eddyderaedt3445]

Very interesting. Really nice voice to listen to.

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Huge compliment! Thanks very much!!

[@knightowl7]

I need to thank the KZbin algorithm for this feed , it was absolutely fascinating..subbed.

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Haha that’s always a nice surprise when that happens. Welcome!

[@davidosborne3187]

Excellent presentation Sue, thank you. Have just subscribed and look forward to more fascinating history. It is a long time since we lived in the UK, our homeland. Thanks again, David and jill🇨🇦

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Thank you very much, there will be plenty more to come. Georgina 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@Wally-H]

In the 1980's and 1990's, archaeologist Martin Carver went back to excavate Sutton Hoo. He made some very important discoveries. His book on the excavations is well worth a read, but this is a decent summary of what he found. Mound 17, with the princely burial complete with horse - reminded me of the stories about the ghostly rider at the site www.archaeology.co.uk/articles/specials/sutton-hoo/return-to-sutton-hoo.htm

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Thank you, I’ll have a read

[@sailorgeer]

Excellent video, well researched and presented! I too am here after watching The Dig, and it’s a shame that the most impressive artifacts like the helmet, sword and gold adornments are not given more prominence in the movie. Coincidentally I’m also watching The Last Kingdom which depicts England in similar era beginning around 866 AD, and documentaries like yours combined with the fictional dramas certainty help bring it all to life as living, breathing history. Well done!

[@donnamcardle8928]

Watched “ The Dig”,in the US yesterday...loved your presentation!thank you

[@ellaleahmarchant]

I love the way you talk clearly and you build the story with so much clarity!

[@gixellia8455]

Just found your channel, Sue, and love it! My husband and I are avid fans of Midsomer Murders and Detectorists, you've got us hanging on your lips. Thank you :o)

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Thanks very much! Glad you enjoyed the video. Yes, there are some really interesting archaeological finds which are pretty much like murder mysteries. Have you ever heard about the Richard III excavation?

[@gixellia8455]

@@arthistorygirl2327 Richard III? No, I haven't. Is there a video of yours about him?

[@Mtnsunshine]

Fascinating. 👍. Thank you for this background story. Can't wait to watch the Netflix movie.

[@arthistorygirl2327]

I know! It should be good 😄

[@silviarebolo3828]

@@arthistorygirl2327 Mnésicos CV

[@bullet-catcherhohoho250]

Well done, found this very interesting.

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Thanks very much

[@ElephantBill]

This presentation is wonderfully well done! Full of detail and yet clearly and concisely expressed. Your enthusiasm for your subject is an added bonus. Thank you.

[@earlmccowen5197]

Thanks for the entertaining and informative presentation. Your enthusiasm for history is quite evident.

[@tpobrienjr]

Thank you for the excellent study of the helmet. We watched "The Dig" last week and thoroughly enjoyed it. It's great to see the bits close up and to understand the drama of discovery from yet another point of view. Thanks from "across the pond".

[@davo2003hd]

I just watched "The Dig". A great movie. Excellent video. Thank you

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Glad you enjoyed it!!

[@evanofelipe]

Nicely done Georgina. Thanks for presenting an erudite and engaging history of this magnificent find. The Dig brought me here and it was an added pleasure to listen to your account of the story. Ive subbed and will go through your vlogs. Its great to hear a young person take on our history. Thanks

[@jonap5740]

Such a good job. Well done. Very enjoyable. Thank you.

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Glad you enjoyed it! Merry Christmas 🎄

[@dyanekward6346]

Yep, watched it on USA Netflix. Ties in perfectly!

[@beckyskye6708]

Fab presentation. Keep on doing what you love, it's infectious. Regardless where you obtained your info you bring it alive and real. Thanking you heaps.

[@tdmthomas]

“Regardless where you obtained you info.” She stole the “info” from a BBC documentary in a blatant act of word-for-word, argument-for-argument plagiarism. She even uses the same images in the same sequence as the BBC documentary. To put it in words perhaps more adapted for our times: she flat out pirated the film’s content and passed it off as her own.

[@annoyingbstard9407]

I think the biggest disservice done to the Anglo Saxons is the idea they dragged these ships from the Deben several hundred metres uphill to the burial ground in the manner of Sisyphus when logic suggests the ships were built on the hill specifically for the royal burials.

[@richardcheatham9490]

What a lovely labor of love you've put together here. I too had just watched the film 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘋𝘪𝘨 and spent this day watching all videos pertinent to this magnificent discovery in Suffolk. You did excellent work in the preparation of this video and I hope to see more of your fine work. Be safe and well over there. Greetings from Atlanta. Richard

[@pennylane2304]

So great! Thank you for being entertaining - and informative in a way that was joyful to watch and listen too. Happy New Year - looking forward to following your journey. All the best from Tasmania Australia.

[@arthistorygirl2327]

That's no problem! Glad you enjoyed it. Happy New Year to you too 😊

[@RobbieHobby]

Thank u for this.! Excellent video! I watched this after viewing The Dig. Great job!👍🏼

[@MartinBettler]

That was a pleasure. You present history vividly, as fine as detailed and in a very good rhythm, thank you for that. 🙏🏼 There should be a lot more people finding ans watching your videos.

[@arthistorygirl2327]

No problem, that's lovely feedback. This video has massively increased my profile so hopefully more people will find me soon!

[@scharliem]

Brilliantly presented! Your passion for history is contagious....

[@susanne5803]

I'm watching this to prepare for watching "the Dig". This is a very well done video! Thank you very much and stay safe!

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Thank you! Hopefully you’re now ready!! Thanks, you too x

[@dukeon]

A most excellent account of the Sutton Hoo helmet and the historical context and conjectures surrounding it. You didn’t miss a thing, and I’ve seen and read quite a bit about the Anglo-Saxons, Germans, Vikings, Romano-Britons, and the so-called Dark Ages in general. I especially like the visual aids you choose. A good map is worth 2,000 words! Well done.

[@glynbrittleton7508]

I watched The Dig. Fantastic and this led me to your site so glad for that. Your enthusiasm is infectious, this has led me to find out more in my local area ( Vale Royal Abby Cheshire ) with connections to the Pretty family. You are lighting a fire and not just filling a pot.

[@colonialdad1]

Thanks for this, love our country's history and enjoy your input on such a fantastic link into our past.

[@hoperobers4542]

I thoroughly enjoyed your video on this subject and you definitely have talent and a love for history. Please keep up the good work. Art history was always my absolutely favorite subject at University! I look forward to more videos from you!

[@davetaylor2088]

Great video mate. Many years ago an acquaintance of mine created a replica of a similar helmet for re-enactments and it has always fascinated me but this is the first I've learned of it's origins. Thanks!

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Aww that’s really cool! Yeah the history is so interesting isn’t it

[@oh444]

You presented this exceptionally well. Absolutely fascinating and now i am subscribed. Looking forward to seeing your other posts.

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Thank you very much! In early Jan, there'll be another one about archaeology so keep your eyes open for that! Merry Xmas 🎄

[@wiisdomseeker]

Thank you for being real. I'm sick of american youtubers being overly confident and joyous and artificial in their videos. You British folks are real humans :) You're telling this story in a very fluent way. Keep going, subscribed!

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Haha thanks! Very nice feedback

[@lovelyskull3483]

I really enjoyed this. You are a fantastic storyteller and teacher. Thank you so much☮️🇨🇦

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Thanks very much! Great to have you as part of the channel

[@millardpj]

I found your Video very informative and you covered the subject very well. It was also not to long which is great for us who have a very short attention span - well done!

[@zapveresepa1]

Sorry I'm such an idiot, but I kept giggling at the mention of Ms. Pretty, which sounded like a character from a Monty Python skit. I can imagine Eric Idle, or Graham Chapman dressed up as Ms. Pretty going on about something as a police officer walks in and warns them that this skit has gotten too silly! But I loved learning about this important find! Thanks!

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Hahahah I know! It's so comical - all the pics of her are a bit like that, watching over them while she sits in a tennis chair pretty(geddit) much 😂

[@lizannewhitlow1085]

Netflix has new program about this called The Dig. It starts 1-29-21.

[@maureenarrigo7056]

This is a nice complement to a British Museum video on their Sutton Hoo exhibit. Well done!

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Thanks very much

[@marjoriemoser3961]

Excellent presentation! I just recently viewed the movie. A part of history that I didn’t know about til I watched “The Dig”. Absolutely excellent!

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Thanks very much Marjorie, glad you enjoyed the film and my video!

[@HippieDave351]

What a pleasure to view your Sutton Hoo video, you are years ahead of you age young lady!

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Thanks very much although I think I probably come across younger than I am!

[@twotales7337]

Well done. Great video, very informative and clear. I'm happy to say I've been entertained and educated watching it.

[@debbiewilson9712]

You're very eloquent and knowledgable. Great video. New subscriber!

[@lynderherberts2828]

Very interesting and well done. I knew about the Sutton Hoo Helmet from Time Team. You are the first person I've seen reveal that the helmet was found in little pieces and took 2 years to put together, and so on.

[@lindysutherland4563]

Art history girl you are just incredible!!!! Thankyou for this very informative vlog which we came across after watching the Dig! You really know your stuff. Cheers from the land down under!!!!!!

[@maclen3340]

Fantastic and informative presentation....thank you so much...🇦🇺

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Glad you enjoyed it, I’ve got another video coming out on Thursday

[@CB-kn1ox]

I just watched the Dig, which is what brought me to your video. So interesting. Thank you.

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Mabel90666]

Wonderful presentation. So much better than the recent British Museum’s Curator’s Corner video on the same topic. You provided so much more background on the history of the dig which I really enjoyed. Thank you!!

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Thanks very much, I'm glad you enjoyed it! I found it fascinating to research and I went to Sutton Hoo in the summer. I actually filmed this video before the trip and found out so much more I could have included!

[@kevinsneddon-kay2436]

always new of Sutton Hoo finds and have seen the finds at the British Museum, thanks to your video you have put thisvery important story into context, and will be paying a visit as soon as I am allowed

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Definitely! I’d recommend a trip to Sutton Hoo in Suffolk too. I went in the summer and it was amazing

[@kevinsneddon-kay2436]

@@arthistorygirl2327 it or on the cards

[@christiesd4524]

This is a brilliant video that I will be sharing for my class to take a look at, thank you.

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Thank you! Can I make any videos for your class? It's nice to be able to make something useful 🙂

[@christiesd4524]

Oh that would be fantastic! They loved this video! We are a year 4 class and at the moment we’re studying Anglo Saxons and Vikings. We are studying the bayeux tapestry, Battle of Hastings 1066 next. Or anything to do with Vikings in Britain for our lessons after half term. If you do please shout out 4CD- they would be absolutely amazed at a KZbinr shouting us out haha!

[@caravaggiosaccomplice7841]

You're every bit as brilliant and professional as Sue. High praise indeed.

[@annesaloka4902]

Wow! Excellent presentation! Thank you for taking the time to put this all together. I had the privilege of being able to visit the Sutton Hoo treasure in 2006. A photo of the helmet was in the 12th grade English textbook that I used to teach high school classes in the United States, and it was the main reason I wanted to visit the British Museum. Your explanations and illustrations are brilliant!

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Thanks very much, glad you enjoyed it! It's absolutely amazing isn't it!? I haven't been to the British Museum to see the originals but I''ve seen the mounds and went to visit the house in Sutton Hoo.

[@annesaloka4902]

@@arthistorygirl2327 - Good to know, thanks! I didn’t know it was possible to visit the mounds- now they are on my bucket list! The original treasure is amazing to see in person, if you ever make it to the Museum.

[@stephenwise734]

Incredibly thorough and most enjoyable! SUBSCRIBED!

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Thank you!

[@cowboydavesadventuretime3893]

Really enjoyed your work! Thank you!

[@katepadget-koh6910]

This is an excellent video. So well-researched and detailed.

[@baire702]

Very nice video with loads of information. Thank you for posting.

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Thanks very much, glad you enjoyed it! come back for more 😍

[@Trance4mations]

Your enthusiasm is so lovely. Thank you!

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Aww thanks! I'm super interesting in archaeology at the moment! Even went to Sutton Hoo in the summer. 😂 Merry Christmas 🎄

[@Trance4mations]

@@arthistorygirl2327 Your clear and concise presentation style is very refreshing. You have a bright future as a presenter! Merry Christmas.

[@jonap5740]

@@Trance4mations I'd second that. Great job.

[@AndyUK-Corrival]

Fascinating, thanks for sharing. I watched the Dig this week. I was surprised that the film didn’t show many artefacts at all and no mention of the helmet but I can see why now. Definitely headed to the BM when lockdown allows. Andy UK

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Thank you! Yes, it's definitely an important part of the story although there are lots of fascinating artefacts - the British Museums got some great videos if you're interesting in finding out more

[@ianturnbull985]

glad I watched this, thanks for taking the time to make the video.

[@arthistorygirl2327]

No problem, glad you enjoyed it

[@jjteacher7482]

Nice job. You held my interest far longer than I expected. Since you are an Art Historian, I would have appreciated seeing more of the fine details on the original to validate the reconstruction. On this side of the pond, I will never get to room 41. Virtual tours don't explain as well as you did. Thank you for sharing.

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Thanks very much! Glad you enjoyed it ☺

[@robintripp8164]

Lovely narration, you are very talented.

[@irrationalgeographic9953]

Would be interesting if there was anything that indicated that Raedwald was left handed which would of been looked at as almost mystical during that time. They think the sword through the hilt wear pattern was used by a left handed person.

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Yes, I watched the British Museum video about that! Fascinating ☺️

[@pbjonesful]

Great video, lots of info succinctly presented. Thanks.

[@bobowzki]

Just stumbled over this! Great video!

[@brandonhamilton833]

Why did it take so long to discover your channel? Great video! Keep up the good work!!

[@tylahadams4270]

This was an absolutely amazing video. Very informative and a great watch! Keep up the great work, you've earned a new subscriber!

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Aww thank you!!! Welcome onboard - is there any video you'd like me to make?

[@tylahadams4270]

@@arthistorygirl2327 Nothing in particular, just keep doing what you've been doing!

[@barry5787]

Good to hear the history, we saw the treasure in the British Museum. Sutton Hoo, The Detectorists. History could take over your life. Many thanks.

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Thank you! I haven't seen it in the British Museum actually but I did see the Sutton Hoo site in August - and that was pretty amazing. I'm kind of hoping it does, I love history!

[@edgardobravo7351]

Thank you! Extremely valuable and detailed information!

[@danrubin4506]

Wonderful video. Thanks so much. Great to learn more, after watching The Dig.

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Thanks Dan, glad you enjoyed it

[@wakeoftheflood2]

Great lecture! I very much enjoyed and learned from that. Thanks

[@janieg8287]

Thank you! Very concise and informative. I look forward to your other videos. Subscribed.

[@arthistorygirl2327]

No problem! Thanks for subscribing. I'm planning a video about the Richard III excavation later this month 🙂

[@michaelagonzalez]

This was very enjoyable! You did a great job!

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Thanks very much!

[@aswewaitgroup]

totally loved this after watching the Dig!! great job!

[@perrywidhalm114]

Well done Art History Girl. Thanks for uploading.

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Thanks Perry! Glad you enjoyed it 😀

[@yourplanetneedsyou1215]

Thanks for that, it was beautifully presented. I leave a little wiser!

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Thanks very much

[@barrybarnes96]

Thank you. You have a great show.

[@quietside3734]

Excellent video, and very well presented by yourself.

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Thank you 😊

[@SUSSDUE]

Brilliant down to earth video! Thank you!

[@arthistorygirl2327]

Thanks for watching!