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Black pepper (Piper nigrum) is native to India and are extensively cultivated there and elsewhere in tropical regions.
Long pepper (Piper longum) is native to Java
Javanese long pepper or Balinese long pepper(Piper retrofractum)is native to Java.
All three were known to, and used by the Romans and there is evidence that Long pepper reached Greece in the sixth or fifth century BCE.
Thus as 'pepper' was known to the ancient world, its import to Tudor England would have been via the silk/spice roads from the far east and India, through the Middle East and on ships to England.
Chilly peppers (and tomatoes, tobacco and potatoes) of course came to England/Europe from the new world (the Americas) when trade with these opened up during Tudor times.
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What was the era before the Victorian era?
There were a number of eras that were between the Tudor era and the Victorian era. The era were in the following order after the Tudor era came Stuart era and then the Georgian era which was followed by the Victorian era.
Did The Tudors Have Fireworks?
Fireworks were not a common form of entertainment during the Tudor period in England. They were introduced later in the 16th century, so it is possible that some Tudor monarchs or nobility may have seen them, but they were not widely used or associated with the Tudor era.
Shakespeare was in what era?
He lived in the Elizabethan Era. It was part of the Tudor Period.
What century a horse a horse your kingdom for a horse?
That line was originally said by king Richard III, and was during the battle of bosworth, which happened during Tudor Times. So that line was spoken in the 16th century, the time of the battle of bosworth and the Tudor era, when king Richard went into battle and lost to Henry Tudor.
Was captain cook from Tudor times?
No he started in the late 1700s well past the Tudor era.
What era followed the Tudor time?
After the Tudor era (when Queen Elizabeth I passed away), King James the 6th or something like that came and took the throne, thus marking the birth of the stuarts.
What is a Tudor loom?
A Tudor loom is a type of weaving device used during the Tudor period in England, roughly from the late 15th to early 17th centuries. It typically features a vertical frame and is designed for producing textiles such as woolen fabrics and tapestries. The loom's design allows for intricate patterns and designs, reflecting the artistic and cultural trends of the time. Tudor looms played a significant role in the textile industry, which was a vital part of the economy during this era.
Who was the most notorious criminals of the Elizabethan era?
The most famous Tudor criminal is John Travolta.
Did the Tudors go to the theatre?
Yes. Theatres grew during the Tudor era. Plays were put on for entertainment purposes, with William Shakespeare being the most popular playwright.
What volume of Blackadder does Baldrick learn to count in?
Volume 2 - The Tudor Era
Who wrote the original jingle about Dr Pepper?
The original jingle for Dr Pepper, titled "I’m a Pepper," was written by advertising executive and jingle composer Billy Mernit in the 1970s. It became widely recognized and is associated with the brand's advertising campaigns. The catchy tune helped to solidify Dr Pepper's identity and popularity during that era.
How did they celebrated birthdays in Tudor times?
Not much is known about how birthdays were celebrated in Tudor times or if birthdays were actually celebrated. The Tudor era lasted for over a hundred years.
