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Schiavona Sword: History, Design, and Collector's Guide
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Schiavona: History, Design, and Collector’s Guide

Matt Tait March 31, 2026 0
Battle of Zama
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Battle of Zama (202 BCE): The Dramatic finale to the Second Punic War

Jayne Ellis March 31, 2026 0
One-Handed or Two-Handed in Skyrim
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One-Handed vs Two-Handed Weapons in Skyrim: Which Is Better in 2026?

Liz Stone March 31, 2026 0
Baldwin IV accuracy in Kingdom of Heaven
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How Accurate Is the Story of King Baldwin IV in Kingdom of Heaven?

Jayne Ellis March 31, 2026 0
Roman Civil War
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The Roman Civil Wars (133–30 BC)

Jayne Ellis March 31, 2026 0

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Weapons of the Thirty Years' War
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Iconic Weapons of the Thirty Years’ War

Jayne Ellis March 30, 2026 0
Biggest Medieval Battles
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25 of the largest and most consequential medieval battles (ranked)

Matt Tait March 9, 2026 0
Best Historical and Fantasy Swordfighting TV shows
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Top Historical and Fantasy Sword-Fighting TV Shows by Emmy and BAFTA awards

Matt Tait March 3, 2026 0
English Civil War Weapons
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Iconic Weapons of the English Civil War

Jayne Ellis March 1, 2026 0

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Schiavona: History, Design, and Collector’s Guide Schiavona Sword: History, Design, and Collector's Guide
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Schiavona: History, Design, and Collector’s Guide

March 31, 2026 0
Iconic Weapons of the Thirty Years’ War Weapons of the Thirty Years' War
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Iconic Weapons of the Thirty Years’ War

March 30, 2026 0
Carolingian Swords – What we know Carolingian sword
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Carolingian Swords – What we know

March 29, 2026 0
Odachi (Ōdachi): The Great Sword of Feudal Japan Odachi
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Odachi (Ōdachi): The Great Sword of Feudal Japan

March 29, 2026 0

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One-Handed vs Two-Handed Weapons in Skyrim: Which Is Better in 2026? One-Handed or Two-Handed in Skyrim
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One-Handed vs Two-Handed Weapons in Skyrim: Which Is Better in 2026?

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Does Honour Matter? Morality in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Does Honour Matter in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2?
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Does Honour Matter? Morality in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2

March 31, 2026 0
Nioh 3 Best Armour Sets and How to Get Them Nio 3 Best Armour Sets
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Nioh 3 Best Armour Sets and How to Get Them

March 30, 2026 0
Best Ways to Expand Without War in Crusader Kings 3 ck3-expand-without-war
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Best Ways to Expand Without War in Crusader Kings 3

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Viking Women: Power, Status, and Myth, Everything We Know Viking Women
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Viking Women: Power, Status, and Myth, Everything We Know

March 31, 2026 0
The Most Powerful Characters in The Witcher (Ranked) most-powerful-The-Witcher-characters
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The Most Powerful Characters in The Witcher (Ranked)

March 28, 2026 0
The Strongest Armies in Game of Thrones Game of Thrones - Strongest Army
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The Strongest Armies in Game of Thrones

March 27, 2026 0
House of the Dragon Season 3: Full Story Breakdown and What Comes Next House of the Dragon - Season 3
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House of the Dragon Season 3: Full Story Breakdown and What Comes Next

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Schiavona: History, Design, and Collector’s Guide Schiavona Sword: History, Design, and Collector's Guide
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Schiavona: History, Design, and Collector’s Guide

Matt Tait March 31, 2026 0
The Schiavona is one of the most distinctive swords of the late Renaissance. With its broad blade,...
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Battle of Zama (202 BCE): The Dramatic finale to the Second Punic War Battle of Zama
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Battle of Zama (202 BCE): The Dramatic finale to the Second Punic War

Jayne Ellis March 31, 2026 0
The Battle of Zama, fought in 202 BC, was one of the most important military encounters in...
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One-Handed vs Two-Handed Weapons in Skyrim: Which Is Better in 2026? One-Handed or Two-Handed in Skyrim
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One-Handed vs Two-Handed Weapons in Skyrim: Which Is Better in 2026?

Liz Stone March 31, 2026 0
If you have played Skyrim for more than about twenty minutes, you have probably stood in front...
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How Accurate Is the Story of King Baldwin IV in Kingdom of Heaven? Baldwin IV accuracy in Kingdom of Heaven
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How Accurate Is the Story of King Baldwin IV in Kingdom of Heaven?

Jayne Ellis March 31, 2026 0
King Baldwin IV of Jerusalem is one of the most memorable figures in Kingdom of Heaven. He...
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The Roman Civil Wars (133–30 BC) Roman Civil War
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The Roman Civil Wars (133–30 BC)

Jayne Ellis March 31, 2026 0
For roughly a century, Rome did something rather extraordinary. It conquered almost the entire Mediterranean, acquired unimaginable...
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Does Honour Matter? Morality in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Does Honour Matter in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2?
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Does Honour Matter? Morality in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2

Liz Stone March 31, 2026 0
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is the sort of game that quietly watches you steal a loaf of...
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Viking Women: Power, Status, and Myth, Everything We Know Viking Women
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Viking Women: Power, Status, and Myth, Everything We Know

Jayne Ellis March 31, 2026 0
Viking women are often trapped between two extremes. On one side sits the fierce shieldmaiden with an...
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Battle of Bouvines (1214): The Battle That Made Medieval France Battle of Bouvines 1214
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Battle of Bouvines (1214): The Battle That Made Medieval France

Jayne Ellis March 30, 2026 0
The Battle of Bouvines, fought on 27 July 1214, lasted only a few hours, yet it changed...
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Iconic Weapons of the Thirty Years’ War Weapons of the Thirty Years' War
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Iconic Weapons of the Thirty Years’ War

Jayne Ellis March 30, 2026 0
The Thirty Years’ War was fought between 1618 and 1648, and if there is one thing this...
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Nioh 3 Best Armour Sets and How to Get Them Nio 3 Best Armour Sets
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Nioh 3 Best Armour Sets and How to Get Them

Liz Stone March 30, 2026 0
If you have spent more than ten minutes in Nioh 3, you have probably opened your inventory,...
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  • A Guide to Volunteering for Archaeological Excavations in the UK and Beyond
    by Jayne Ellis on March 16, 2026 at 1:56 pm

    If you have ever fancied spending your time uncovering Roman pottery, medieval foundations, or some gloriously obscure fragment The post A Guide to Volunteering for Archaeological Excavations in the UK and Beyond appeared first on Seven Swords.

  • Why Are Curved Swords Considered More Dangerous in the UK?
    by Matt Tait on March 14, 2026 at 3:32 pm

    People often claim curved swords are simply illegal in the UK. They are not. The real position is The post Why Are Curved Swords Considered More Dangerous in the UK? appeared first on Seven Swords.

  • Swords of the Napoleonic Wars – Steel, Status and Survival in an Age of Mass War
    by Jayne Ellis on February 27, 2026 at 4:08 pm

    The Napoleonic Wars did not invent the sword, but they represent its final great chapter as a primary The post Swords of the Napoleonic Wars – Steel, Status and Survival in an Age of Mass War appeared first on Seven Swords.

  • Best LARP Events in Europe and North America: 2026 Edition
    by Matt Tait on February 6, 2026 at 1:37 pm

    Live Action Roleplaying, or LARP, has evolved far beyond its niche origins. Across Europe and North America, thousands The post Best LARP Events in Europe and North America: 2026 Edition appeared first on Seven Swords.

  • Parts of a Sword Explained: Anatomy, Function, and Why It Matters
    by Matt Tait on January 28, 2026 at 9:30 am

    Swords look simple until you start paying attention. Then you realise every curve, ridge, and lump of metal The post Parts of a Sword Explained: Anatomy, Function, and Why It Matters appeared first on Seven Swords.

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