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Best Ways to Expand Without War in Crusader Kings 3

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Carolingian Swords – What we know

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Odachi (Ōdachi): The Great Sword of Feudal Japan

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

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

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Iconic Weapons of the English Civil War

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Nioh 3 Best Builds for Every Playstyle

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Carolingian Swords – What we know

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Odachi (Ōdachi): The Great Sword of Feudal Japan Odachi
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Odachi (Ōdachi): The Great Sword of Feudal Japan

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Swords of Persia: Evolution, Variations, and Legacy Swords of Persia
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Swords of Persia: Evolution, Variations, and Legacy

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The Nimcha Sword: A Distinctive North African Sabre Nimcha
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The Nimcha Sword: A Distinctive North African Sabre

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CK3 Retinues, Knights, and Men-at-Arms Explained

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House of the Dragon Season 3: Full Story Breakdown and What Comes Next

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Best Ways to Expand Without War in Crusader Kings 3

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There comes a point in every Crusader Kings 3 campaign where you stare at your neighbour’s land,...
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Carolingian Swords – What we know

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The Carolingian sword was the dominant sword of Western and Northern Europe between the eighth and early...
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Odachi (Ōdachi): The Great Sword of Feudal Japan Odachi
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Odachi (Ōdachi): The Great Sword of Feudal Japan

Matt Tait March 29, 2026 0
The odachi, often written as ōdachi and sometimes called a nodachi, was one of the largest swords...
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Battle of Syracuse (413 BC): The Disaster That Broke Athens Battle of Syracuse
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Battle of Syracuse (413 BC): The Disaster That Broke Athens

Jayne Ellis March 29, 2026 0
The Battle of Syracuse in 413 BC was one of the most disastrous military defeats in ancient...
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Aethelred I (Aethelred I): The Overlooked King Who Held the Line Against the Vikings Aethelred I
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Aethelred I (Aethelred I): The Overlooked King Who Held the Line Against the Vikings

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Aethelred I of Wessex has the slightly unfortunate habit of being remembered as “Alfred the Great’s older...
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Top HEMA Techniques Every Historical Fencer Should Know

Matt Tait March 28, 2026 0
Historical European Martial Arts has a curious habit of making everyone feel like they have just stepped...
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The Most Powerful Characters in The Witcher (Ranked)

Liz Stone March 28, 2026 0
The Witcher universe has a slightly unfair relationship with power. Some characters can cut through armies. Some...
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The Battle of Tewkesbury (1471): A brutal chapter in Wars of the Roses Battle of Tewkesbury
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The Battle of Tewkesbury (1471): A brutal chapter in Wars of the Roses

Jayne Ellis March 28, 2026 0
The Battle of Tewkesbury, fought on 4 May 1471, was one of the most important and brutal...
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Could Kingdom of Heaven Be Hiding More Than We Thought? Kingdom of Heaven Fan Theories
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Could Kingdom of Heaven Be Hiding More Than We Thought?

Liz Stone March 28, 2026 0
If there is one thing that has kept Ridley Scott’s Kingdom of Heaven alive long after its...
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Why Viking Longships Were So Far Ahead of Their Time Viking Longships
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Why Viking Longships Were So Far Ahead of Their Time

Jayne Ellis March 28, 2026 0
Viking longships have a habit of making every other early medieval vessel look rather unfortunate. Put a...
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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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