Swan

The swan is a waterbird that was eaten in period. Its young is called a cygnet. It is commonly portrayed as a majestic creature in European mythology.

Since the 12th century, the English monarch had a position of Swan Marker whose responsibility was to watch over cygnets in the Thames River.

Late medieval English feast menus typically included swans or cygnets in the first course.

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