Cultural Profile
The Cornish people are of Celtic origin, with their history dating back to the early Celtic settlers in Britain.
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['The Roman invasion of Britain and subsequent incorporation of Cornwall into the Roman Empire.', 'The Cornish Rebellion of 1497 against English rule.', 'The decline of the Cornish language and culture during the 18th and 19th centuries.']
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['Community support', 'Preservation of heritage', 'Environmental stewardship']
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Historically clan-based, modern communities are organized around towns and villages.
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Cornish art is known for its landscape paintings and pottery.
Traditional Cornish music includes folk songs and dances.
Cornish literature includes both English and Cornish language works.
Folk remedies and herbal medicine were traditionally used.
Access to the UK's National Health Service (NHS).
Historically focused on religious instruction and local apprenticeships.
Part of the UK education system, with efforts to include Cornish language and cultural education in schools.
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