Posts Tagged ‘medieval’

Building a Medieval Replica Castle Using Ancient Techniques (Video)

In the realm of modern carpentry, where power tools often reign supreme, Christophe, a skilled French-Canadian Carpenter, embarks on a unique challenge. Read more Section:  Artifacts Ancient Technology News Ancient Places Europe Videos Read Later  Source

Medieval Palace Unearthed: Archaeologists Swarm Scottish Borders

Thirty years ago, a dowser identified lines of stones beneath a harvested field outside the village of Ancrum, in the Scottish Borders. Read more Section:  News History & Archaeology Ancient Places Europe Read Later  Source

What Life Was Like for a Medieval Crusader (Video)

In the era between 1096 and 1271, the Crusades unfolded as a dynamic clash of cultures, reshaping two continents. Yet, life for a medieval Crusader was far from uniform. Noble knights and commoners faced disparate challenges during this period of unpredictability. Epic narratives, like the Song of Roland, fueled recruitment and functioned as propaganda. Joining […]

Why Do Babies in Medieval Art Look Like Creepy Middle-Aged Men? (Video)

In medieval art, depictions of babies are far from the cherubic, innocent infants we imagine today. Read more Section:  Artifacts Other Artifacts News Videos History Ancient Traditions Read Later  Source

Could Medieval Chain Mail Armor Stop Arrows Piercing? (Video)

We tend to think of Medieval knights as wearing heavy plate armor but in reality much of their time chain mail made up much of their defenses. Read more Section:  Artifacts Ancient Technology News Videos Read Later  Source

Strange Medieval Weapons: Throwing Darts (Video)

In this fascinating exploration of unconventional medieval weaponry, we delve into a unique find: a shield adorned with throwing darts. Read more Section:  Artifacts Ancient Technology News Videos Read Later  Source

Deadly Medieval Weapons: The Spiked Flail (Video)

The spiked flail, one of the more unconventional medieval weapons, boasts a unique design with a swinging head attached to a handle.  Read more Section:  Artifacts Ancient Technology News Videos Read Later  Source

What Did a Medieval Archer Do After His Arrows Were Spent? (Video)

What does an archer do when there are no more arrows left to fire? Is his job for the day done? In the realm of medieval warfare, after the arrows had been launched, the life of a bowman took a new course. The transition from the ranged prowess of archery to close combat demanded strategic […]

How a Medieval Archer Could Take Down an Armored Knight (Video)

Medieval archers faced a daunting challenge when attempting to defeat knights clad in full plate armor. They turned to a combination of weaponry, strategy, and ingenuity to surmount this formidable obstacle. Read more Section:  Artifacts Ancient Technology News Videos Read Later  Source

How Do You Feed a Massive Medieval Army and Their Horses? (Video)

In the historical context of medieval logistics, the efficient supply of food to armies was a remarkable feat. Read more Section:  News Videos History Read Later  Source

The Exceptional Craftmanship Behind Medieval Arrows (Video)

Discovering the craftsmanship behind medieval arrows is a journey into the precision and dedication of ancient fletchers and arrow smiths. Read more Section:  Artifacts Ancient Technology News Videos Read Later  Source

Medieval Roman Colony Found in Nola: Hub of Arts & Crafts

An epic medieval archaeological site has emerged on Nola’s outskirts! Italian heritage authorities have excitedly announced that a recently discovered center of craft production and trade might “rewrite” the city’s history. Read more Section:  Artifacts Other Artifacts News History & Archaeology Read Later  Source

Unearthed Treasure: Saber Sword Found in Kyrgyzstan is a Medieval Marvel!

Amidst the serene village of Amanbaev in the Talas Region of Kyrgyzstan, a momentous discovery has come to light which has been dubbed the Kyrgyzstan saber. Read more Section:  Artifacts Other Artifacts News History & Archaeology Read Later  Source

Medieval Hoods: Why Everyone from Peasants to Nobles Had to Have Them (Video)

Medieval hoods were commonly worn across social classes, providing warmth and practicality. Read more Section:  News Ancient Places Europe Videos History Ancient Traditions Read Later  Source

Earliest Known Cyrillic Script With Ancient Plea Found at Medieval Bulgarian Fortress

Researchers performing excavations at a medieval fortress in Bulgaria unearthed a weathered and aged lead plate that contained a hard-to-read inscription. In fact, the inscribed words were so faint that they weren’t even noticed at first. But once the script was detected, its discoverers realized they were looking at one of the earliest samples of […]

Fascinating Medieval Gaming Piece Uncovered at Building Site in England

Next time you’re playing a board game with your friends and family, consider that you may be playing something that originated in the medieval era, or beyond. Read more Section:  Artifacts Other Artifacts News History & Archaeology Read Later  Source

Medieval Warfare Unleashed: Discovering the Arsenal of a Knight (Video)

The medieval knight was known for their impressive arsenal of weapons, each with its own unique purpose on the battlefield. Swords were the most iconic weapon of the knight, but other melee weapons were just as important in their arsenal. Maces, war hammers, battle axes, and polearms were all commonly used by knights and were […]

Suited for Battle: The Elaborate Ritual of Donning Medieval Knight Armor (Video)

In the Middle Ages, donning armor was an essential part of preparing for battle. The process of putting on armor was a ritual that required time, effort, and assistance from squires. Read more Section:  News Ancient Places Europe Video History Ancient Traditions Read Later  Source

Medieval Hoard of Gold and Silver Unearthed in the Netherlands

An astonishing collection of gold and silver jewelry and coins, some of which are at least 1,000 years old, has just gone on display at the Rijksmuseum Van Oudheden (RMO) museum in the city of Leiden in the Netherlands, the Dutch News reports. Read more Section:  Artifacts Other Artifacts News History & Archaeology Read Later  Source

9 Myths About Medieval Moats and the Truth Behind Them

Medieval moats have long been shrouded in mystery and misinformation, with tales of alligators and impenetrable walls. But the truth about these ancient structures is far more fascinating and complex. Read more Section:  News Ancient Places Europe Read Later  Source

Medieval Sea Monster Was Likely a Whale, New Research Reveals

A team of Australian researchers has come up with an intriguing theory about a gigantic sea creature referenced in 13th century Norse manuscripts. Known as the Hafgufa in Norway, this huge sea monster has long been associated with a mythological monster known as the Kraken, and it was therefore dismissed as legend despite the testimony […]

Mongol-Era Christian Headdress Reveals A Complex Medieval Russia

Archaeologists in Russia have discovered a rare embroidered Deisis depicting Jesus Christ in a Christian medieval burial ground containing 46 graves from the Mongol period. Read more Section:  Artifacts Other Artifacts News History & Archaeology Read Later  Source

The Newport Medieval Trading Ship Revival

One of the most remarkable maritime archaeological discoveries of the 21st century was the discovery of the ghostly timbers of a medieval ship, embedded in the mud Read more Section:  News Premium Preview Read Later  Source

Medieval Gatehouse Likely Witnessed First Action of English Civil War

Pock-marked with bullets that likely came from the muskets of Parliamentarian troops bound for the very first battle of the English Civil War, the remains of a medieval gatehouse have been uncovered in England. Read more Section:  News History & Archaeology Ancient Places Europe Read Later  Source

LiDAR Reveals Medieval Fortress in Spain, Rewriting History

An ancient 25-acre (10-hectare) fortified settlement found on a hilltop in Galicia was long ago identified as an Iron Age village, meaning it was dated to the period between 1,500 and 500 BC. But a new study published by a pair of Spanish archaeologists from the University of Santiago de Compostela, shows that the Spanish […]

Medieval Gatehouse Reveals Hundreds of Musket Ball Marks from English Civil War

While digging at a centuries-old estate in Warwickshire known as Coleshill Manor , archaeologists from the United Kingdom’s HS2 high-speed rail project unearthed evidence of an armed conflict that marked the outbreak of hostilities in the 17th century English Civil War . Around 200 musket ball impact marks, along with more than 40 musket balls […]

Man Wielding Medieval Weapon Faces Off With Brussels Police

A suspect wielding a club studded with nails was arrested following a tense standoff with police in Belgium this week, according to reports. The wild incident unfolded at around noon on Thursday in Brussels, the de facto capital of the European Union. Officers encountered the male suspect during a patrol in Matongewijk, a neighborhood known […]

Unearthing History: 7 Medieval Skeletons Discovered on Holy Island, England

Construction worker at Lindisfarne car park in Northumberland, England, have uncovered a surprising discovery – a group of seven graves dating back to medieval times. Read more Section:  News History & Archaeology Read Later  Source

Roland the Farter: Medieval England’s Celebrity Flatulist

A manor in Suffolk and a whopping 30 acres (12 hectares) of land was given to a person who was renowned for his ability to gas, quite literally, at the behest of King Henry II. Read more Section:  News History Ancient Traditions Famous People Read Later  Source

Medieval Forest Camp Out

Just some simple music to make you feel like you are with a troupe of musicians having a grand old time. Source

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