The katana is one of the most recognisable and revered swords in history, embodying the skill, discipline,...
From irony to absurdity, these tales prove fate has a dark sense of humour. 1. Emperor Julian...
How Ancient Beliefs in Supernatural Power Shaped the Legacy of Legendary Swords Swords were not merely tools...
Directed by Jonathan English | Starring James Purefoy, Paul Giamatti, Brian Cox Introduction Released in 2011, Ironclad is a...
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The medieval era (5th–15th century) witnessed dramatic advancements in sword design, driven by evolving warfare, metallurgy, and...
Development & HistoryEmerging in 16th-century Renaissance Europe, the rapier evolved from medieval arming swords as civilian duelling...
The Napoleonic Wars (1803–1815) left an indelible mark on European history, and the swords wielded by its...
Black Sails (2014–2017) is a critically acclaimed historical drama series produced by Starz, blending Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island with real...
The Golden Age of Piracy (1650–1730) was a period of maritime lawlessness when fearsome pirates roamed the...