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Weapons of Medieval Europe
Medieval knights had many different weapons in their arsenal, but they were all designed to inflict the most damage possible to their opponents on the battlefield.
Medieval Armor
In the violence of medieval Europe, the strenght of a knight's armor often determined his success in battle and therefore it became one of his most prized possessions.
US in better shape than Rome, says Cornell professor
"Almost everything that has happened [in the United States] over the last year has happened in some deviation before in the period that I study, which is essentially the equivalent of 2008 for the Roman Empire," said said Kim Bowes, Cornell assistant professor of classical archaeology at a recent lecture.
The Long Term Causes of the First Crusade
The first Crusade (1095-1099) stoked the flames of what was to become a cataclysmic explosion between the two great religions of the medieval world.
Fashions of the Mary Rose to go on display
Years after its discovery, the Mary Rose, the famous Tudor warship, continues to excite researchers. The latest items to be displayed show that the 16th century sailor was very conscious of his appearance.
Dealing from the Meridian deck
Lord Wulf cu Battell of the Kingdom of Meridies has created a set of playing cards based on a 15th century deck.
Son of Hawkwood Howl photos online
Adam Ingram has posted an album of photos from the Son of Hawkwood Howl which took place October 24, 2009 in the Barony of Hawkwood, Kingdom of Atlantia, on his Psaltery Dreams website. An additional set of photos by Baroness Adeliza is also available.
For newcomers: SCA Online Demo
New to the SCA? Want to know information about the Society and what activities are available? Check out the SCA Online Demo, a collection of articles and photos relating to activities in the SCA.
Quills & Swords photos online
Hrothgar has created an album of photos from Quills & Swords an event which took place recently in the kingdom of Calontir. The photos have been posted on Flickr.
Royal proposal at Trimaris Crown Tournament
Bran reports on Legio Draconis that Duke Thorstenn the WrongHand was the victor in the recent Crown Tournament in the Kingdom of Trimaris. Thorsten was inspired by Duchess Zephyrine.
William Castille elevated to Pelican in Lochac
Glynyhavr reports that Their Majesties Gabriel and Constanzia, King and Queen of Lochac, have elevated William Castille to the order of the Pelican.
Anglo-Saxon knob is treasure
The Norwich Inquest has declared that a silver-gilded knob discovered by a metal detector enthusiast two years ago is treasure. The knob has a cast animal head and dates to the 6th or 7th century. Find out more in the piece at the Norfolk News.
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Anglo-Saxon knob is treasure originally appeared on About.com Medieval History on Thursday, November 19th, 2009 at 00:29:33.
Tombs from the Byzantine era discovered in Syria
In a cave in Wadi al-Zahab, Syria, a team of archaeologists have discovered three tombs dating to the Byzantine era. The tombs were found by the Homs Museums and Antiquities Department in central Syria during excavations made by the General Establishment for Water Studies to keep off floods. Find out more in the item at DNA India.
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Tombs from the Byzantine era discovered in Syria originally appeared on About.com Medieval History on Wednesday, November 18th, 2009 at 23:06:56.
Ravensfair photos online
Meisha has created an album of photos from Ravensfaire, which took place recently in the Kingdom of the Outlands. The album is posted on Flickr.
4th century Roman temple found in Tuscany
A rectangular stone and marble temple, built using the opus testaceum technique, has been discovered near Marina di Alberese in central Italy. The existence of the 4th century temple may suggest a larger settlement in the area.
Experts believe software proves Shakespeare collaborated
Sir Brian Vickers, an authority on Shakespeare at the Institute of English Studies at the University of London, is a believer in the theory that the Bard did not write all of his plays alone. Now a software program called Pl@giarism may help his case.
Icelandic Althing photos online
Eirik Andersen reports that he has posted an album of photos from the Icelandic Althing event which took place recently in Eoforwic, Kingdom of Ealdormere. The photos are available on the Two Ravens website.
A feast for the orgy
In an article for Remembrance of Meals Past, Corky White remembers the time she was asked to prepare a Roman feast for a Harvard professor.
Agincourt redux
The Battle of Agincourt took place on St. Crispin’s Day, October 25, 1415, and the details of the victory of the English over the French has been debated since that time. In a recent article for the New York Times, James Glanz looks at the controversy which continues to this day.
Notes on Agincourt
Agincourt Computing has created a website chronicling the history and literature surrounding the Battle of Agincourt, the 1415 battle between the French and the English near Calais.
