June 03

Peter Abelard, famed for his writings on logic and theology, was accused of teaching unorthodox views. At the Council of Sens on June 3, 1140, church authorities declared his ideas heretical. His work 'Sic et Non' challenged accepted doctrines by juxtaposing contradictory opinions of Church Fathers. The verdict forced Abelard into a period of exile and deeply affected his academic career. Despite the condemnation, his intellectual legacy endured, influencing medieval scholasticism. Abelard’s case highlighted tensions between reason and faith in the 12th-century Church.

As part of the Diamond Jubilee celebrations in 2012, over 1,000 vessels formed a majestic flotilla on the River Thames on June 3. The pageant included royal barges, historic craft and community boats, carrying thousands of participants dressed in jubilee-themed regalia. Queen Elizabeth II and members of the royal family watched the procession from the royal barge prepared for the occasion. Spectators lined the riverbanks and bridges in London, creating a vibrant atmosphere of national celebration. The event was broadcast live and viewed by millions around the world. It highlighted the longstanding traditions of the British monarchy and the River Thames’ role in royal pageantry.