In 1487, Lorenzo de Medici received the giraffe as a gift by Sultan Qā’itbāy of Egypt who thereby showed his support in Lorenzo’s fight against the Ottomans. The animal was presented to the Florentine republic by the Egyptian ambassadors at the market place so that everyone could marvel the giraffe. Unfortunately, it died only a few months after its arrival breaking its neck while being transported in its box. (3/6)
Christmas also means having to think about the right outfit for job Christmas parties, pre-Christmas get-togethers with friends and celebrations with the family - the Christmas jumper is not always appreciated everywhere. Also #emdiplomats had to think about how to dress themselves. (1/3)