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Study Guide: The Life and Legacy of Richard FitzJames

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The Life and Legacy of Richard FitzJames Study Guide

Biographical Foundations

Richard FitzJames was born in the county of Sussex.

Answer: False

Explanation: Richard FitzJames was born in approximately 1442, and his family was associated with Redlynch in Somerset, not Sussex.

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Richard FitzJames was born approximately in the mid-15th century.

Answer: True

Explanation: Richard FitzJames was born around the year 1442, which falls within the mid-15th century.

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Richard FitzJames's father was named John FitzJames and died in 1476.

Answer: True

Explanation: Richard FitzJames's father was indeed named John FitzJames, and he passed away in 1476.

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The judge Sir John FitzJames was the brother of Richard FitzJames.

Answer: False

Explanation: Sir John FitzJames, the judge, was the nephew of Richard FitzJames, not his brother.

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Richard FitzJames's father lived in London.

Answer: False

Explanation: Richard FitzJames's father, John FitzJames, resided at Redlynch in Somerset.

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Richard FitzJames's father, John FitzJames, was a judge.

Answer: False

Explanation: Richard FitzJames's father, John FitzJames, was not a judge; however, his nephew, Sir John FitzJames, held that judicial position.

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Alice Newburgh was the wife of Richard FitzJames.

Answer: False

Explanation: Alice Newburgh was the mother of Richard FitzJames, not his wife.

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Around what year was Richard FitzJames born, and who was his father?

Answer: Around 1442, son of John FitzJames

Explanation: Richard FitzJames was born circa 1442, and his father was John FitzJames.

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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a location associated with Richard FitzJames or his works?

Answer: Westminster Abbey

Explanation: While Old St Paul's Cathedral (burial site, depiction of arms), Fulham Palace (intended location of the Steyning Screen), and Redlynch, Somerset (family residence) are associated with Richard FitzJames or his works, Westminster Abbey is not mentioned in the provided information.

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What relationship did Sir John FitzJames have to Richard FitzJames?

Answer: Nephew

Explanation: Sir John FitzJames, the judge, was the nephew of Richard FitzJames.

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What was Richard FitzJames's religious affiliation during his lifetime?

Answer: Catholic

Explanation: Richard FitzJames lived and served during a period when England was predominantly Catholic; he belonged to the Catholic Church.

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Which of the following is NOT a role Richard FitzJames held?

Answer: Dean of St Paul's Cathedral

Explanation: Richard FitzJames held numerous significant roles, including Bishop of Rochester, Bishop of Chichester, Bishop of London, Warden of Merton College, Principal of St Alban Hall, and Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University. He did not hold the position of Dean of St Paul's Cathedral.

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Richard FitzJames's father, John FitzJames, passed away in which year?

Answer: 1476

Explanation: Richard FitzJames's father, John FitzJames, died in the year 1476.

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Academic Leadership at Oxford

Richard FitzJames served as Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University only once.

Answer: False

Explanation: Richard FitzJames served as Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University on two separate occasions, in 1481 and again in 1491.

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Richard FitzJames served as Warden of Merton College, Oxford, for over 20 years.

Answer: True

Explanation: Richard FitzJames served as Warden of Merton College, Oxford, from 1482 to 1507, a period of 25 years.

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Thomas Harper succeeded Richard FitzJames as Warden of Merton College, Oxford.

Answer: True

Explanation: Thomas Harper followed Richard FitzJames as Warden of Merton College, Oxford.

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Richard FitzJames served as Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University in 1481 and 1491.

Answer: True

Explanation: Richard FitzJames held the position of Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University twice, in 1481 and again in 1491.

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Richard FitzJames held the position of Principal of St Alban Hall for four years.

Answer: True

Explanation: Richard FitzJames served as Principal of St Alban Hall from 1477 to 1481, a tenure of four years.

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Richard FitzJames served as Warden of Merton College for exactly 25 years.

Answer: True

Explanation: Richard FitzJames served as Warden of Merton College, Oxford, from 1482 to 1507, which is precisely 25 years.

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Which of the following academic positions did Richard FitzJames hold at Oxford University?

Answer: Vice-Chancellor and Warden of Merton College

Explanation: Richard FitzJames held multiple academic roles at Oxford, including Vice-Chancellor (twice) and Warden of Merton College.

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Richard FitzJames served as Warden of Merton College, Oxford, for how many years?

Answer: 25 years (1482-1507)

Explanation: Richard FitzJames served as Warden of Merton College, Oxford, from 1482 to 1507, a total of 25 years.

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What academic role did Richard FitzJames hold from 1482 to 1507?

Answer: Warden of Merton College, Oxford

Explanation: Richard FitzJames served as Warden of Merton College, Oxford, from 1482 to 1507.

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Which of the following academic roles did Richard FitzJames hold twice?

Answer: Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University

Explanation: Richard FitzJames served as Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University on two separate occasions, in 1481 and again in 1491.

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Ecclesiastical Career Progression

Richard FitzJames held the position of Bishop of London before serving as Bishop of Rochester.

Answer: False

Explanation: Richard FitzJames's ecclesiastical career progressed sequentially: he first served as Bishop of Rochester, followed by Bishop of Chichester, and concluded as Bishop of London.

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Richard FitzJames was consecrated as Bishop of Rochester on January 2, 1497.

Answer: False

Explanation: Richard FitzJames was nominated as Bishop of Rochester on January 2, 1497, but his consecration occurred later, on May 21, 1497.

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Richard FitzJames transitioned to become the Bishop of Chichester in 1503.

Answer: True

Explanation: Richard FitzJames was translated from the Bishopric of Rochester to the Bishopric of Chichester on November 29, 1503.

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Cuthbert Tunstall was the immediate predecessor of Richard FitzJames as Bishop of London.

Answer: False

Explanation: Cuthbert Tunstall was the successor to Richard FitzJames as Bishop of London, not his predecessor.

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Richard FitzJames was a prominent figure in the Church of England during the Reformation.

Answer: False

Explanation: Richard FitzJames died in 1522, prior to the peak of the English Reformation. While a significant churchman, his career predates the major developments of that era.

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Thomas Savage preceded Richard FitzJames as Bishop of Rochester.

Answer: True

Explanation: According to succession records, Thomas Savage served as the Bishop of Rochester prior to Richard FitzJames's appointment to that see.

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Edward Story was the successor to Richard FitzJames as Bishop of Chichester.

Answer: False

Explanation: Edward Story was the predecessor to Richard FitzJames as Bishop of Chichester; Robert Sherburne succeeded FitzJames in that role.

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William Barons succeeded Richard FitzJames as Bishop of London.

Answer: False

Explanation: William Barons was the predecessor to Richard FitzJames as Bishop of London; Cuthbert Tunstall succeeded FitzJames.

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John Fisher succeeded Richard FitzJames as Bishop of Rochester.

Answer: True

Explanation: John Fisher followed Richard FitzJames as the Bishop of Rochester.

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Robert Sherburne followed Richard FitzJames as Bishop of Chichester.

Answer: True

Explanation: Robert Sherburne succeeded Richard FitzJames as the Bishop of Chichester.

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Richard FitzJames was consecrated as a bishop in 1497.

Answer: True

Explanation: Richard FitzJames was consecrated as a bishop on May 21, 1497.

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Richard FitzJames was nominated to the see of Rochester on May 21, 1497.

Answer: False

Explanation: Richard FitzJames was nominated to the see of Rochester on January 2, 1497, not May 21, 1497.

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Richard FitzJames was translated to the see of Chichester on November 29, 1503.

Answer: True

Explanation: Richard FitzJames was translated to the see of Chichester on November 29, 1503.

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Richard FitzJames was appointed Bishop of London in 1506, the same year he died.

Answer: False

Explanation: Richard FitzJames was appointed Bishop of London around 1506, but he died in 1522, not in 1506.

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Richard FitzJames's tenure as Bishop of London ended with his death in 1522.

Answer: True

Explanation: Richard FitzJames served as Bishop of London until his death on January 15, 1522.

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Richard FitzJames held the Bishopric of Chichester after serving as Bishop of London.

Answer: False

Explanation: Richard FitzJames's ecclesiastical progression was Bishop of Rochester, then Bishop of Chichester, and finally Bishop of London. He did not hold Chichester after London.

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John Fisher was the predecessor of Richard FitzJames as Bishop of Rochester.

Answer: False

Explanation: John Fisher succeeded Richard FitzJames as Bishop of Rochester; Thomas Savage preceded him.

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Edward Story preceded Richard FitzJames as Bishop of Chichester.

Answer: True

Explanation: Edward Story served as the Bishop of Chichester before Richard FitzJames took on that role.

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William Barons was the immediate predecessor to Richard FitzJames as Bishop of London.

Answer: True

Explanation: William Barons served as the Bishop of London immediately prior to Richard FitzJames's appointment.

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Richard FitzJames was translated to the see of London on November 29, 1503.

Answer: False

Explanation: Richard FitzJames was translated to the see of Chichester on November 29, 1503. His translation to the see of London occurred later, around June 5, 1506.

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Richard FitzJames held the Bishopric of Rochester for approximately six years.

Answer: True

Explanation: Richard FitzJames served as Bishop of Rochester from his consecration in May 1497 until his translation in November 1503, a period of approximately six and a half years.

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What were Richard FitzJames's primary ecclesiastical roles, in chronological order?

Answer: Bishop of Rochester, Bishop of Chichester, Bishop of London

Explanation: Richard FitzJames's ecclesiastical career progressed sequentially: he first served as Bishop of Rochester, followed by Bishop of Chichester, and concluded as Bishop of London.

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What were the specific dates Richard FitzJames was nominated and consecrated as Bishop of Rochester?

Answer: Nominated January 2, 1497; Consecrated May 21, 1497

Explanation: Richard FitzJames was nominated to the see of Rochester on January 2, 1497, and subsequently consecrated on May 21, 1497.

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On what date did Richard FitzJames move from being Bishop of Rochester to Bishop of Chichester?

Answer: November 29, 1503

Explanation: Richard FitzJames was translated from the see of Rochester to the see of Chichester on November 29, 1503.

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Who succeeded Richard FitzJames as the Bishop of London?

Answer: Cuthbert Tunstall

Explanation: Cuthbert Tunstall succeeded Richard FitzJames as Bishop of London.

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Who preceded Richard FitzJames as Bishop of Rochester?

Answer: Thomas Savage

Explanation: Thomas Savage was the predecessor to Richard FitzJames as Bishop of Rochester.

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Who followed Richard FitzJames as Bishop of Chichester?

Answer: Robert Sherburne

Explanation: Robert Sherburne succeeded Richard FitzJames as Bishop of Chichester.

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How long did Richard FitzJames serve as Bishop of London?

Answer: Approximately 16 years (1506-1522)

Explanation: Richard FitzJames was appointed Bishop of London around 1506 and served until his death in 1522, a period of approximately 16 years.

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Who was the immediate predecessor to Richard FitzJames as Bishop of Chichester?

Answer: Edward Story

Explanation: Edward Story was the immediate predecessor to Richard FitzJames as Bishop of Chichester.

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What was the approximate duration of Richard FitzJames's service as Bishop of Rochester?

Answer: Approximately 6-7 years

Explanation: Richard FitzJames served as Bishop of Rochester from May 1497 to November 1503, a period of approximately six and a half years.

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Who succeeded Richard FitzJames as Bishop of Rochester?

Answer: John Fisher

Explanation: John Fisher succeeded Richard FitzJames as Bishop of Rochester.

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The Steyning Screen: Commission and Context

The Steyning Screen was originally intended for the Bishop of London's residence at Winchester.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Steyning Screen was originally intended for the Bishop of London's Palace at Fulham, not Winchester.

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The Steyning Screen currently resides in the Parish Church of St Andrew and St Cuthman in Steyning, West Sussex.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Steyning Screen is presently displayed in the Parish Church of St Andrew and St Cuthman in Steyning, West Sussex.

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The Steyning Screen might have been removed from Fulham Palace due to issues related to Henry VIII's marriage to Anne Boleyn.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Steyning Screen, which commemorates the wedding of Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon, may have been removed from Fulham Palace due to potential embarrassment following Henry VIII's divorce from Catherine of Aragon, not issues related to Anne Boleyn.

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The Steyning Screen commemorates the coronation of Henry VIII.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Steyning Screen commemorates the marriage of King Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon, not Henry VIII's coronation.

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Richard FitzJames's coat of arms is featured on the Steyning Screen.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Steyning Screen includes Richard FitzJames's coat of arms, alongside other heraldic and commemorative elements.

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Richard FitzJames commissioned the Steyning Screen to commemorate his own consecration as Bishop.

Answer: False

Explanation: Richard FitzJames commissioned the Steyning Screen to commemorate the marriage of King Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon, not his own consecration.

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The Steyning Screen may have been removed from Fulham Palace because it became associated with a controversial royal divorce.

Answer: True

Explanation: It is suggested that the Steyning Screen was removed from Fulham Palace due to potential embarrassment following Henry VIII's divorce from Catherine of Aragon, as the screen commemorates their wedding.

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The Steyning Screen includes the Royal Arms and Catherine of Aragon's pomegranates.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Steyning Screen features the Royal Arms and Catherine of Aragon's pomegranates, among other elements.

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What is the Steyning Screen, and what was its original intended location?

Answer: A wooden screen; originally intended for the Bishop of London's Palace at Fulham

Explanation: The Steyning Screen is a wooden panel originally intended for the Bishop of London's Palace at Fulham.

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Which event is commemorated by the Steyning Screen?

Answer: The marriage of King Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon

Explanation: The Steyning Screen commemorates the wedding of King Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon.

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Why might the Steyning Screen have been removed from Fulham Palace?

Answer: It became an embarrassment after Henry VIII's divorce from Catherine of Aragon.

Explanation: The Steyning Screen may have been removed from Fulham Palace due to potential embarrassment following Henry VIII's divorce from Catherine of Aragon.

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The Steyning Screen features Richard FitzJames's coat of arms alongside symbols related to which royal couple?

Answer: Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon

Explanation: The Steyning Screen features Richard FitzJames's coat of arms alongside symbols commemorating the marriage of Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon.

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Which of the following details about the Steyning Screen is mentioned in the source?

Answer: It is dated 1522.

Explanation: The Steyning Screen is dated 1522, which corresponds with the year of Richard FitzJames's death and likely the completion of the screen.

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Later Life, Death, and Enduring Influence

Richard FitzJames died in the city of London.

Answer: True

Explanation: Richard FitzJames died in London on January 15, 1522.

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Richard FitzJames established a school in his native Somerset that is known today as King's College Taunton.

Answer: False

Explanation: Richard FitzJames co-founded a school in his native Somerset, which is known today as King's School Bruton, not King's College Taunton.

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Richard FitzJames's coat of arms is depicted on the ceiling of Westminster Abbey.

Answer: False

Explanation: Richard FitzJames's coat of arms is mentioned as being depicted on the ceiling of Old St Paul's Cathedral, not Westminster Abbey.

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Richard FitzJames died in the year 1506.

Answer: False

Explanation: Richard FitzJames died on January 15, 1522, not in 1506.

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Richard FitzJames's will, dated April 11, 1518, mentioned his support for King's School Bruton.

Answer: True

Explanation: Richard FitzJames's will, dated April 11, 1518, indeed included provisions supporting King's School Bruton.

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The date 1522 is significant because it marks the year Richard FitzJames was appointed Bishop of London.

Answer: False

Explanation: The year 1522 marks the year of Richard FitzJames's death and the date inscribed on the Steyning Screen; he was appointed Bishop of London much earlier, around 1506.

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Richard FitzJames's burial occurred in Chichester Cathedral.

Answer: False

Explanation: Richard FitzJames was buried in a tomb he had prepared within the nave of Old St Paul's Cathedral, not Chichester Cathedral.

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Richard FitzJames died on January 15, 1522, and was buried in Old St Paul's Cathedral.

Answer: True

Explanation: Richard FitzJames died on January 15, 1522, and was interred in Old St Paul's Cathedral.

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Where was Richard FitzJames buried?

Answer: In a tomb within the nave of Old St Paul's Cathedral

Explanation: Richard FitzJames was buried in a tomb he had prepared for himself within the nave of Old St Paul's Cathedral.

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What significant educational contribution is attributed to Richard FitzJames?

Answer: He founded a school in Somerset, now known as King's School Bruton.

Explanation: Richard FitzJames co-founded a school in his native Somerset, which is known today as King's School Bruton.

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What is the significance of the date January 15, 1522, for Richard FitzJames?

Answer: It was the date of his death.

Explanation: January 15, 1522, is the date of Richard FitzJames's death.

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The source mentions Richard FitzJames's coat of arms was depicted on the ceiling of which cathedral?

Answer: Old St Paul's Cathedral

Explanation: Richard FitzJames's coat of arms is mentioned as being depicted on the ceiling of Old St Paul's Cathedral.

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