Caravel replica Matthew of Bristol will sail down the Thames just like in 1497

The Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant is little over a week away! On Sunday 3rd June 2012, over one thousand boats will muster on the River Thames. We now know which vessels will parade down the river and in what attire. The participant PDFs are here. But my favourite, as it was to be expected, is Matthew of Bristol! It's a replica of a late 15th century c…