The moment I stepped across the threshold, I was reminded of another, larger space an ocean away.
The purpose of the wall display was to demonstrate power. Mission accomplished.
Yes, those are pistols and swords as the wall decor. Rifles and daggers are on the other walls of this entry. According to the docent, and I have no reason to doubt her, they are all in working order. I did not count the weapons — after all, the house tour needed to stay on schedule. I suppose the servant tasked with dusting keeps an accurate count.
The man putting on this display? The Royal Governor of the Colony of Virginia. Don’t worry — he’s been gone for years. The house is a restoration with many items from the 1700’s displayed.
In the sweet romance, NEW DREAMS, immigrants a century later display power and wealth by the quality of the goods for sale, in their clothing, and their bearing. Check out the story by following the link below: https://amzn.to/3vWydWE
