The Barber Will See You Now: Military Surgery Throughout the Middle Ages
Imagine today walking into your local barber shop, sitting in a comfy swivel chair, having a nice clean sheet draped
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Sword or Paper Cut? : Ancient Chinese Paper Armour
You might have heard the famous saying, “The pen is mightier than the sword” but have you ever heard about
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Destrier: The Medieval War Horse of Legend
The destrier was the war horse of the medieval knight – a gigantic beast of fearsome proportions, heavily armoured with
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Sex in Camp! The Groupies of the Middle Ages?
Going to war has always required the expert navigation of logistical hurdles particularly for an army that is far from
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Top 10 Formidable Castles of Europe
Europe has been a top travel-worthy destination for decades – if not centuries. It is famous for its lively cities,
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The History of Bodiam Castle
A look at the Medieval Masterpiece that is, Bodiam Castle and the life of the man who built it. Arguably
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Mastering the Art of the Medieval Poleaxe
Mastering the art of the poleaxe: Medieval fight manuals and the techniques of combat A poleaxe is a type of
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Rare Danish Sword Found in Sweden
In December 2022, archaeologists from Arkeologerna, Sweden’s leading consultant on archaeology and cultural environments, discovered a rare Danish sword whilst
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Medieval Sword Found in Poland
With the help of a metal detector, an amateur archaeology enthusiast found a sword last year in northern Poland that
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Armour Was More Than Protection
Wearing armour was once about much more than just self protection. It signalled one’s rank and it also relayed one’s
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