The Colossus of Early Medieval Europe Charlemagne (c. 747–814), known as Charles the Great or Carolus Magnus,...
European Swords
European swords have a long and rich history, spanning thousands of years and evolving significantly over time. These weapons were crafted for various purposes, from combat to ceremonial use, and played crucial roles in shaping European societies. Below is an introduction to the evolution and types of swords commonly found in Europe.
The Colossus of Rome Gaius Julius Caesar (100 BCE–44 BCE) stands as history’s most complete political operator...
Between Gladius and Longsword The spatha represented a pivotal evolution in European swordsmithing, bridging the gap between...
Imagine a woman towering atop a chariot, her hair like flame, rallying thousands to fight an empire....
The Battle of Stamford Bridge marked the end of Viking ambitions in England and set the stage...
Ragnar Lothbrok (Old Norse: Ragnarr Loðbrók, “Shaggy Breeches”) straddles the line between historical Viking warlord and mythical hero....
On 21 July 1403, beneath the sweltering Shropshire sun, King Henry IV faced his greatest crisis: a...
Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar (c. 1043–1099), known as El Cid (from the Arabic al-Sayyid, “The Lord”), remains Spain’s most celebrated...
Amid the roar of clashing steel and the thunder of cavalry charges, the backsword emerged as a...
Imagine a land where loyalty is etched in blood, where moonlit raids blur the line between legend...