The Seven of Swords Unveiled: Secrets, Strategy, and Symbolism Through History Core InterpretationsThe Seven of Swords is...
Matt Tait
A graduate of the University of Surrey, Matt is a multi-talented content creator, SEO, UX specialist and web developer who has worked in TV production for formats as diverse as Question Time and Robot Wars for the BBC.
Matt has a passion for history and swords that have come to symbolise power, honour, and the art of combat. Some of the most famous swords are not just tools of war, but have become legendary artifacts, carrying with them stories of heroism, conquest, and myth. From the ancient to the medieval, these blades have transcended their practical uses, becoming icons of cultural identity and national pride.
Winner of the NESTA Design & Innovation award and a BBC Techno Games gold medalist. Matt is a passionate content creator, website and Social Media developer.
Throughout history, swords have symbolised power, artistry, and cultural identity. While most were designed for combat, some...
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From Excalibur to Zulfiqar: How Legendary Swords Forged the Fate of Their Wielders, and the World Throughout history,...
The classical era (roughly 800 BCE to 600 CE) saw the rise and fall of great empires,...
A guide to museums with fine examples of classical swords. United Kingdom Collections The British Museum, London...