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What Defines a Broadsword? A Historical and Cultural Analysis Medieval Broadsword
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What Defines a Broadsword? A Historical and Cultural Analysis

Matt Tait March 7, 2025
A broadsword is a European sword distinguished by its wide, double-edged blade, optimised for cutting rather than thrusting....
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The Deadliest Sword in History Deadly swords including a Katana and Longsword
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The Deadliest Sword in History

Matt Tait March 6, 2025
How Japan’s Iconic Blade Dominated Battlefields and History Why the Katana? A Legacy of Lethality The katana’s...
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Seven Samurai (1954): Akira Kurosawa’s Timeless Epic of Honour and Sacrifice Seven Samurai
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Seven Samurai (1954): Akira Kurosawa’s Timeless Epic of Honour and Sacrifice

Matt Tait March 6, 2025
How a 1954 Masterpiece Redefined Cinema and Continues to Captivate Audiences Release Details & Historical Context Category...
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The Katana: History, Development, and Modern Legacy Katana in Japanese home
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The Katana: History, Development, and Modern Legacy

Matt Tait March 6, 2025
The katana is one of the most recognisable and revered swords in history, embodying the skill, discipline,...
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Seven Macabre (and Unfortunate) Deaths Involving (Mostly) Swords Throughout History Sword Deaths
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Seven Macabre (and Unfortunate) Deaths Involving (Mostly) Swords Throughout History

Matt Tait March 5, 2025
From irony to absurdity, these tales prove fate has a dark sense of humour. 1. Emperor Julian...
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The Tradition of Naming Swords: Blades Forged in Myth and Magic Ulfberht Swords
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The Tradition of Naming Swords: Blades Forged in Myth and Magic

Matt Tait March 5, 2025
How Ancient Beliefs in Supernatural Power Shaped the Legacy of Legendary Swords Swords were not merely tools...
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Ironclad (2011) – A Brutal Medieval Siege Epic Ironclad film poster
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Ironclad (2011) – A Brutal Medieval Siege Epic

Matt Tait March 5, 2025
Directed by Jonathan English | Starring James Purefoy, Paul Giamatti, Brian Cox Introduction Released in 2011, Ironclad is a...
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Medieval Re-Enactment Fayres in the UK: 2025 Schedule Medieval Fayre
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Medieval Re-Enactment Fayres in the UK: 2025 Schedule

Matt Tait March 5, 2025
Discover historical battles, artisan crafts, and immersive experiences at these upcoming events.Please note: Dates, locations, and ticket...
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Medieval-Era Swords: Types, History, Development, and Obsolescence Medieval knight with Arming Sword
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Medieval-Era Swords: Types, History, Development, and Obsolescence

Matt Tait March 5, 2025
The medieval era (5th–15th century) witnessed dramatic advancements in sword design, driven by evolving warfare, metallurgy, and...
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The Rapier: Elegance, Artistry, and the Duel of Honour The Rapier
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The Rapier: Elegance, Artistry, and the Duel of Honour

Matt Tait March 4, 2025
Development & HistoryEmerging in 16th-century Renaissance Europe, the rapier evolved from medieval arming swords as civilian duelling...
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  • What are the laws on Samurai Swords in the UK?
    by Matt Tait on January 17, 2026 at 7:36 am

    Samurai Swords and the Law in the UK Few weapons attract quite the same mixture of admiration, confusion, The post What are the laws on Samurai Swords in the UK? appeared first on Seven Swords.

  • The World’s Biggest LARP Event dates in 2026: A Global Guide for Adventurous Travellers
    by Matt Tait on November 14, 2025 at 2:38 pm

    Live Action Role Play (LARP) isn’t just a niche hobby tucked away in the woods, it’s a growing The post The World’s Biggest LARP Event dates in 2026: A Global Guide for Adventurous Travellers appeared first on Seven Swords.

  • 2026 UK Battle Re-enactments dates and ticket info
    by Matt Tait on November 11, 2025 at 3:38 pm

    If you like your history loud, smoky and slightly muddy, 2026 in the UK will keep you very The post 2026 UK Battle Re-enactments dates and ticket info appeared first on Seven Swords.

  • HEMA Tournaments Explained: Rules, Scoring, and Format
    by Jayne Ellis on October 14, 2025 at 8:24 am

    Modern Historical European Martial Arts, or HEMA, is one of those rare pursuits where grown adults get to The post HEMA Tournaments Explained: Rules, Scoring, and Format appeared first on Seven Swords.

  • Swords of the Napoleonic Wars
    by Matt Tait on September 30, 2025 at 7:15 pm

    During the Napoleonic Wars (1803 to 1815), Europe was not only reshaped by cannon fire and massed musket The post Swords of the Napoleonic Wars appeared first on Seven Swords.

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