See Europe’s Ruined Medieval Castles Come Back to Life
The past is often a refuge from the present. Whether it’s where you were two weeks ago or 10 years ago, there’s a certain security
3 April 2020
MAP#57: Dan Jones Interview: Wars of the Roses and The Plantagenets
Award-winning journalist, best selling author and Historian Dan Jones joins the Medieval Archives Podcast to talk all things Plantagenets! His first book on the subject
13 October 2014
Dan Jones talks ‘The Plantagenets’
Have you picked up your copy of The Plantagenets? It’s only the international bestseller that reveals Britain’s longest running dynasty. Over a dozen Kings spanning
4 April 2014
Ancient Toilet Reveals Parasites in Crusaders’ Poop
Intestinal parasites have been found lurking in ancient poop in the toilet of a medieval castle in western Cyprus, scientists report. The findings paint a
20 June 2013
Philippe Charlier, The Forensic Scientist Who Thinks A Medieval Cadaver Smells Good
The 13th-century cadaver, says Philippe Charlier, actually smells good. That’s because its veins have been filled with a mixture of mercury and beeswax, preserving the
4 March 2013
Robin Hood site planned for 2015
Plans for a new multimillion-pound visitor attraction celebrating the legend of Robin Hood have been announced in the UK. Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking to
31 October 2012
MAP#27 – Battle Castle Interview: Sean F. White
Battle Castle, the outstanding castle documentary series, explores the medieval history of six castles. Today we have an interview with Sean F. White, the Director
11 March 2012
MAP#26 – Battle Castle Interview: Nicole Tomlinson
Battle Castle, the outstanding castle documentary series, explores the medieval history of six castles. Today we have an interview with Nicole Tomlinson, writer for Battle
5 March 2012
Battle Castle: Chateau Gaillard, the Stronghold of Richard the Lionheart
Last week we reviewed Crac des Chevaliers, the premiere episode of Battle Castle. Although the series isn’t airing in the U.S. yet the kind folks
1 March 2012
Battle Castle: Chateau Gaillard Trailer and Web Comic
This Thursday Battle Castle Episode 2: Chateau Gaillard premieres. Take a look at the trailer and the incredible web comic they released. Then tune into
28 February 2012
LionHeart: Kings’ Crusade Demo Now Available
Arriving just shortly after the release of the full game, Paradox Interactive announced that a playable demo of the real-time strategy game is currently available
19 October 2010
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