Ruth
Vose Memorial Lecture
On
21st
January the first memorial lecture was given by
Judith Jesch, Professor of
Viking Studies, Nottingham University
Speaking
Like a Viking:
Language
and Cultural Interaction in the Irish Sea Region
The
lecture addressed the question of the Viking contribution to the
Irish Sea region in
general, and the north-west of England and the Isle of Man In
particular. Recent well-publicised
genetic research suggests that men of Scandinavian origin passed
through
the region and left their genes behind, but tells us little about
the communities
within which this Interaction took place.
The
picture can
be
filled out from
other evidence which shows an extensive Viking contribution to
language and culture.
Using a combination of place-names, runic inscriptions and stone
sculpture, Judith
teased out information about the languages spoken in the region in
the Viking
Age, the family life of the migrants, their religion, and their
reactions to new landscapes.
Judith
also attempted to demonstrate the important role played by women
in the preservation and transmission of Norse language and culture.
The conclusion
was that the Viking Age migrations should be seen as a diaspora, in
which the
migrants were linguistically and culturally connected both to the
Viking homelands
and to other migrants in the British Isles and across the North
Atlantic, while
also adapting to their new homes.
Events
for your Diary
(All
events to be held at Hurlston Hall Golf Club commencing 7.30 pm
unless otherwise stated)
Wednesday
18th March 2009
Sunday 26th April 2009
Wednesday
20th May 2009
Wednesday
17th June 2009
Wednesday
16th September 2009
Friday
27th November 2009
Wednesday
9th December 2009
MOBILE
EXHIBITION FACILITY
In
the light of the probable lengthy delay in the provision of a
permanent heritage centre, the Association is currently considering
the possibility of creating a Mobile Exhibition Unit(s) which
could tour various locations throughout the District.
Discussions are being held with the University of Central Lancashire
and Edge Hill College on the collection and preparation of the
display material.
LOCAL LECTURERS?
If
any members are aware of any local people/lecturers would they
please let Dorothy Aindow know, The bigger the pool of
people the more varied future programmes. She would also
welcome ideas for visits, etc. Dorothy's telephone no. is 01704
892450.
HENRY
VIII
Presentation
by Ray Irving commencing at 7.30 pm
St
George's Day Lunch
There
will be a lunch on 26th April for members and
friends
at Hurlston Hall Golf club with a talk by Cliff Astin on the theme
of
"What's
in a Name?"
Lunch
is at 12.30pm for 1 pm Tickets £12.50 from Patrick Waite on
01695 573350.
"I'm
a Lancastrian"
Presentation
by John Cotterall commencing 7.30 pm.
Lavender
Farms at Rainford
Full
details later - commences 7.30 pm.
Harold
Ackroyd VC and other stories
Presentation
by Keith Bond commencing 7.30 pm.
Wednesday
28th October 2009
Christianity
and Bank Notes
Presentation
by Dr. Richard Underwood.
Lancashire
Day Hotpot and Quiz
at
Scarisbrick Village Hall, details to follow.
Heritage
Christmas Dinner
Details
to follow.
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