Bruges, the story of a medieval city

Medieval manuscripts, paintings by Memling and Van Eyck and live footage of Bruges capture the essence of the city when it was a center of European trade. Part I explores the economic foundations of Bruges, the formation of guilds, its government, its battles with France and its importance as a port. Part II begins with the conflict between Ghent and Bruges and the war with France which cost the Flemish burghers their freedom.
, Captures the essence of the medieval city of Bruges through live action photography, re-enactments of important festivities, and a detailed examination of the paintings, illuminated manuscripts, and architecture of the period. Records the rise and fall of Bruges as a prosperous trade center. Discusses the economic foundations of the city, the strong guild system, important battles, and the influence of the Valois Dukes of Burgundy., Captures the essence of the medieval city of Bruges through live action photography, re-enactments of important festivities, and a detailed examination of the paintings, illuminated manuscripts, and architecture of the period. Records the rise and fall of Bruges as a prosperous trade center. Discusses the economic foundations of the city, the strong guild system, important battles, and the influence of the Valois Dukes of Burgundy., , NOTE: Two (or more) records have been merged together to create this data.