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ozarks roots
from OFN May 15, 2023
by Eric Tietze
terior with her own paintings, including reproductions of masterpieces and her original artwork. She painted reproduction of the two young princes, Edward the V and Richard of Shrewsbury, Duke of York, who disappeared after being sent to the heavily guarded royal lodgings in the Tower of London. Bonnie passionately shared the story of their fate, the cutthroat reason they were killed and how their remains were discovered in the 1990s. Queen Elizabeth did not grant permission to test the DNA for confirmation, although there is speculation King Charles III may have a different perspective on the matter.
The castle is preparing for a Great Imposter Masquerade Ball to benefit the Greene County Library. Adults and children can attend and are invited to dress up as their favorite storybook characters. Chateau Charmant has opened its doors for many non-profit events, making it a valuable asset to the region.
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They have provided educational experiences for public school classes, offering a wealth of historical and architectural information. Students are assigned castle jobs, in order to immerse them in the historical experience. They also get to see a trebuchet launch, which is a machine used in medieval siege warfare for hurling large stones or other missiles. Bonnie can expertly describe the names and functions of different parts of the architecture as ascended the battlements, providing insights into their protective design during that period.