Amid visions, betrayal, and divine relics, the survival of the First Crusade at Antioch hinged on faith as much as strategy — but how much of it was real, and how much was desperation? In this article, Adam Staten unpacks the extraordinary story of the Holy Lance, the rise and fall of Peter Bartholomew, and the fragile line between belief and manipulation that shaped the fate of the crusaders

The Canterbury Tales - A medieval storytellers treasure trove

The Jomsvikings were not just a standalone unit but part of a larger Viking world, interacting with other groups and influencing the course of Viking history. Their influence on Viking warfare and culture is a significant part of their historical significance, and understanding their role in this larger context is crucial to appreciate it fully.

Winter in the medieval period was a harsh and unforgiving season. For many, surviving the cold months required a combination of practical knowledge, resourcefulness, and sheer determination. Unlike the modern conveniences of central heating and insulated homes, medieval people had to rely on simpler, yet effective, methods to stay warm and healthy during winter.

A review of Michael Livingston’s revelatory book on the Battle of Crecy - a must read for anyone interested in the medieval period.

A review of ‘The Wars of the Roses: The medieval Art of Graham Turner’.

A review of Sharon Bennett Connolly’s new book, ‘Women of the Anarchy’

Drawing from the mesmerizing artistic forms of the early Viking Age, familiar to many from the iconic illuminations of the Book of Kells, this edition will solidly ground the tale in the vibrant aesthetic of the heroic age which produced it.

There’s a tool you can likely see during Medieval reenactments in Europe: the lucet. The history of the lucet is still unclear, the archaeologists still debating about artifacts, shapes and sizes.

The medieval period was obsessed with the idea of ancient Rome. But the city in the mid-14th century was not what she used to be.