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The Medieval World

This Is Why You Wouldn’t Last 24 Hours in Medieval Times, and It’s Not Just Because of the Food

October 13, 2026August 12, 2026

A crowded medieval times village market with timber and stone buildings lining a muddy street. Villagers argue beside a donkey drawn wooden cart loaded with burlap sacks while a church tower rises in the background.

Blood of My Blood Season 2: What the Outlander Prequel Has in Store

August 4, 2026

A promotional image of four people in period dress the Blood of my Blood Season 2

The Punishments for Treason in Tudor England, and Why Your Rank Decided How You Died

August 3, 2026

A prisoner with his hands behind his back stands on a wooden execution platform between two armored guards and an official as a crowd watches below. The Tower of London rises across the River Thames beneath a grey sky and sets a grim scene of punishment for treason in Tudor England.

Which Medieval English King Had the Most Brutal Death?

August 3, 2026

A bloodied medieval king wearing a crown and chain mail slumps against a stone wall while armored soldiers gather outside the castle doorway. The fallen sword and helmet emphasize the brutal death of a ruler after battle.

What Was On the Menu in the Middle Ages? Which Medieval Foods Were Staples and Which Were Luxuries?

October 13, 2026July 30, 2026

An illustrated royal banquet fills a vast stone hall with long tables chandeliers red banners armored guards and dozens of guests. Platters of food and candlelight emphasize the ceremony and abundance of a medieval court feast.

The New Trailer for the Movie The Uprising About the Peasant’s Revolt of England in 1381 Has Just Been Released (Perfect for History Fans)

July 29, 2026

Promotional artwork for The Uprising showing a hooded man holding a curved blade standing over a kneeling woman as a fortified castle burns in the background beneath dark, stormy skies. The dramatic medieval scene reflects the conflict and tension at the heart of The Uprising, with the title "THE UPRISING" displayed across the top.

8 Realistic Video Games Set in the Middle Ages That Will Take You Back In Time

July 28, 2026

Armoured medieval soldiers charge through muddy ground toward a massive stone castle under siege as flaming projectiles arc overhead and smoke rises from burning battlements. Wooden siege towers and ladders press against the fortress walls, capturing the large scale combat and atmosphere often associated with video games set in the Middle Ages.

How Medieval Women Managed Their Periods: Moss, Rags, and No Knickers

July 24, 2026

A woman rests with her eyes closed in a carved four poster bed during her period beside a glowing fireplace. Heavy green curtains embroidered blankets wall tapestries and a sleeping dog create a warm historical bedroom scene.

The Most Scandalous Marriages of the Middle Ages That Shocked All of Europe

July 21, 2026

Three crowned noble couples stand inside a grand medieval hall wearing richly embroidered robes and ceremonial jewelry. Their tense expressions and formal pairings evoke the political alliances and family expectations tied to royal marriage.

Dying to Be Beautiful: The Deadly Cosmetics of the Middle Ages (The Poisonous Price of Beauty)

July 20, 2026

A pale woman with tightly curled red hair wears an elaborate white gown with a high lace ruff and layered pearl necklaces. Her light complexion and carefully styled appearance reflect the beauty ideals of a royal court.

8 Movies About Real Medieval Queens (and How Much They Got Right)

October 13, 2026July 16, 2026

5 Medieval queens stood together in a Hollywood style poster

How Did the Vikings Treat Anglo-Saxon Women?

July 14, 2026

Woman dressed in chainmail and a fur cloak wades ashore carrying a sword while a Viking style longship and armed crew wait behind her in shallow water. This dramatic reenactment illustrates the role of Anglo Saxon women in early medieval life and challenges the idea that women were only passive members of these societies.

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What Did the Vikings Actually Do to Anglo-Saxon Women in a Raid?
Were Anglo-Saxon Women Taken as Slaves?
What Was Life Like as a Concubine in a Viking Household?
Could a Captured Woman Ever Escape or Buy Her Freedom?
Did Any Anglo-Saxon Women Marry Vikings or Settle Into Norse Families?
The DNA That Proves Where Those Women Ended Up
Were the Vikings Uniquely Cruel, or Was Everyone Doing This?
How Do We Even Know Any of This?
Frequently Asked Questions

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