The Battle of Stamford Bridge
The Battle of Stamford Bridge, 25 September 1066 954 years ago King Harold Godwinson defended his crown against an invading Norwegian force led by King
25 September 2020
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New database reveals ancestor veterans of the Hundred Years War
If you’ve ever wondered whether your ancestors served as a medieval soldier in the Hundred Years War, a newly launched website from historians at the
24 October 2016
10 surprising facts about William the Conqueror and the Norman conquest
1) No one at the time called William ‘the Conqueror’ The earliest recorded use of that nickname occurs in the 1120s, and it didn’t really
12 October 2016
Viking apocalypse: End of the world predicted to happen on Saturday
The end of the world is almost upon us if Norse mythology is to be believed, which predicts the Earth will split open and release
21 February 2014
Quest for ‘lost’ medieval battlefield launched
It has been described as one of the most significant turning points in British history, marking not only the moment an English identity was born,
11 January 2014
Samurai bling: Crazy armor and helmets from medieval Japan
When people think of Japan, they often think about anime or giant robots or giant robot anime. They are also likely to think of Japan’s
22 November 2013
Battle of Stamford Bridge
Today marks the 947th anniversary of the Battle of Stamford Bridge. The battle pitted the forces of English King Harold Godwinson against the invading force
25 September 2013
Claude, Duke of Guise in the Battle of Marignano
Susan Abernathy joins the Medieval Archives with another great post. Susan is the Freelance History Writer, covering topics from Ancient history to the 20th Century.
7 March 2013
The Battle of Winchelsea by Susan Abernethy
Today we have a guest post by Susan Abernethy. Susan is the Freelance History Writer, covering topics from Ancient history to the 20th Century. Visit
12 February 2013
Medieval warfare had well-organised ‘ransom market’
Medieval prisoners of war were much more widely traded for ransoms than has been previously recognised, according to University of Southampton research. A study of
29 January 2013
One in the eye for history: experts still fighting over the site of the Battle of Hastings
It is the most famous battle in British history, fought, as every schoolboy knows, in 1066 at a site now marked by Battle Abbey, near
16 January 2013
The Ultimate Medieval Beer Helmet Holds Two Flagons of Mead
This is perfect for watching your favorite jousting event! If you want to make your own follow these instructions.
31 October 2012
Free online search for medieval military ancestors newly available
A new online database containing 205,000 service records of soldiers who fought in the Hundred Years War between 1369 and 1453 is now available to
26 January 2012
Eco-museum sites to mark the Battle of Flodden
The first 12 sites have been designated in a landscape-scale eco-museum to mark next year’s 500th anniversary of the Battle of Flodden The concept of
21 January 2012
Ancient craftsman setting up business on Isle of Man
A traditional craftsman is hoping for a new lease of life in the island. Having studied medieval engraving, metalwork, leather and woodwork for 17 years,
17 July 2011
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