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Elizabeth I: The Virgin Queen
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Elizabeth I: The Strategy Behind the Virgin Queen Myth

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The Most Dangerous Pirates in Black Sails

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Bannerlord Best Cavalry Units Ranked

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Battle of Dapur (1269 BCE): Ramesses II’s Assault on a Hilltop Fortress

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Biggest Medieval Battles
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25 of the largest and most consequential medieval battles (ranked)

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Best Historical and Fantasy Swordfighting TV shows
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Top Historical and Fantasy Sword-Fighting TV Shows by Emmy and BAFTA awards

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English Civil War Weapons
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Iconic Weapons of the English Civil War

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Nioh 3 - Best Builds
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Nioh 3 Best Builds for Every Playstyle

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Kampilan Sword: The Legendary War Blade of the Southern Philippines kampilan sword
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Kampilan Sword: The Legendary War Blade of the Southern Philippines

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The Mortuary Sword: A Blade Steeped in Rebellion Mortuary Sword
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The Mortuary Sword: A Blade Steeped in Rebellion

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Iconic Weapons of the English Civil War English Civil War Weapons
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Iconic Weapons of the English Civil War

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Swords of the Napoleonic Wars – Steel, Status and Survival in an Age of Mass War Swords of the Napoleonic Era
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Swords of the Napoleonic Wars – Steel, Status and Survival in an Age of Mass War

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Bannerlord Best Cavalry Units Ranked Bannerlord Best Cavalry
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Bannerlord Best Cavalry Units Ranked

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Nioh 3 Skill Tree Guide and Best Early Unlocks Nioh 3 Skill Tree Guide
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Nioh 3 Skill Tree Guide and Best Early Unlocks

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Skyrim: All Shouts Ranked by Power All Skyrim shouts ranked
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Skyrim: All Shouts Ranked by Power

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Baldur’s Gate 3 Best Feats for Every Build BG2 Best Feats
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Baldur’s Gate 3 Best Feats for Every Build

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The Most Dangerous Pirates in Black Sails Black Sails Pirates
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The Most Dangerous Pirates in Black Sails

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The Dark Age World as Shown in Vikings: How Close Is the TV Saga to Reality? Dark Ages Vikings
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The Dark Age World as Shown in Vikings: How Close Is the TV Saga to Reality?

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The Wisdom of Xena: Warrior Princess – Iconic Quotes That Still Inspire Xena: Warrior Princess
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The Wisdom of Xena: Warrior Princess – Iconic Quotes That Still Inspire

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Most Powerful Characters in The Rings of Power Ranked Most Powerful Charcaters in Rings of Power
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Most Powerful Characters in The Rings of Power Ranked

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Elizabeth I: The Strategy Behind the Virgin Queen Myth Elizabeth I: The Virgin Queen
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Elizabeth I: The Strategy Behind the Virgin Queen Myth

Jayne Ellis March 11, 2026 0
Few monarchs have controlled their image with the precision of Elizabeth I of England. She ruled for...
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The Most Dangerous Pirates in Black Sails Black Sails Pirates
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The Most Dangerous Pirates in Black Sails

Liz Stone March 11, 2026 0
The world of Black Sails is packed with pirates who would happily stab you, rob you, or...
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Bannerlord Best Cavalry Units Ranked Bannerlord Best Cavalry
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Bannerlord Best Cavalry Units Ranked

Liz Stone March 11, 2026 0
Cavalry in Mount & Blade II Bannerlord is the closest thing the game has to a battlefield...
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Battle of Dapur (1269 BCE): Ramesses II’s Assault on a Hilltop Fortress Battle of Dapur
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Battle of Dapur (1269 BCE): Ramesses II’s Assault on a Hilltop Fortress

Jayne Ellis March 11, 2026 0
The Battle of Dapur sits among the more visually striking episodes of the long Egyptian struggle with...
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Nur ad-Din Zangi: The Prince Who Forged the Road to Saladin Nur ad-Din
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Nur ad-Din Zangi: The Prince Who Forged the Road to Saladin

Jayne Ellis March 11, 2026 0
Among the many figures who shaped the Crusader era, Nur ad-Din Zangi stands out as one of...
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The Battle of Leipzig (1813): The Battle of Nations Battle of Leipzig
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The Battle of Leipzig (1813): The Battle of Nations

Jayne Ellis March 10, 2026 0
The Battle of Leipzig was not simply another clash in the long Napoleonic Wars. It was the...
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Nioh 3 Skill Tree Guide and Best Early Unlocks Nioh 3 Skill Tree Guide
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Nioh 3 Skill Tree Guide and Best Early Unlocks

Liz Stone March 10, 2026 0
Team Ninja does not make gentle games. The first few hours of Nioh 3 will happily introduce...
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The Dark Age World as Shown in Vikings: How Close Is the TV Saga to Reality? Dark Ages Vikings
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The Dark Age World as Shown in Vikings: How Close Is the TV Saga to Reality?

Liz Stone March 10, 2026 0
The television series Vikings threw millions of viewers into the rough and restless world of early medieval...
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Scythian Horse Archers: The Nomadic Masters of Steppe Warfare Scythian horse arche
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Scythian Horse Archers: The Nomadic Masters of Steppe Warfare

Jayne Ellis March 10, 2026 0
The Scythians were among the most formidable mounted warriors of the ancient world. Emerging across the vast...
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Battle of Chester (616): The Battle that Broke the Britons of the North Battle of Chester
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Battle of Chester (616): The Battle that Broke the Britons of the North

Jayne Ellis March 10, 2026 0
The Battle of Chester in 616 sits at one of those turning points that historians quietly obsess...
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  • 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.

  • Medieval Re-Enactment Fayres in the UK: 2026 Schedule
    by Matt Tait on January 24, 2026 at 5:22 pm

    Discover historical battles, artisan crafts, and immersive experiences at these upcoming events.Please note: Dates, locations, and ticket details The post Medieval Re-Enactment Fayres in the UK: 2026 Schedule appeared first on Seven Swords.

  • Antique Swords and UK Law: Navigating History, Heritage, and Legal Boundaries
    by Jayne Ellis on January 23, 2026 at 7:44 pm

    What you can legally own, buy, sell, and display Antique swords are weapons by definition, artefacts by intent, The post Antique Swords and UK Law: Navigating History, Heritage, and Legal Boundaries appeared first on Seven Swords.

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