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300 (2006) Film Review: A Mythic Spectacle of Blood and Bronze 300
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300 (2006) Film Review: A Mythic Spectacle of Blood and Bronze

Liz Stone August 30, 2026 0
Zack Snyder’s 300 is what happens when ancient history drinks six energy drinks, discovers slow motion and...
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Battle of Borodino: Napoleon’s Bloodiest Victory in Russia Battle of Borodino
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Battle of Borodino: Napoleon’s Bloodiest Victory in Russia

Jayne Ellis August 29, 2026 0
On 7 September 1812, roughly a quarter of a million soldiers met near the village of Borodino,...
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The Total War Series: How Creative Assembly Changed Strategy Game Total War Game Series
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The Total War Series: How Creative Assembly Changed Strategy Game

Liz Stone August 29, 2026 0
For more than 25 years, the Total War series has allowed players to treat history as both...
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Napoleon Bonaparte: Soldier, Emperor and Architect of Modern Europe Napoleon
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Napoleon Bonaparte: Soldier, Emperor and Architect of Modern Europe

Jayne Ellis August 29, 2026 0
Napoleon Bonaparte rose from provincial Corsican obscurity to command armies, overthrow governments and rule an empire stretching...
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The Machete: History, Types, Uses and Collector’s Guide Weathered Machete in a Sugar Cane Field
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The Machete: History, Types, Uses and Collector’s Guide

Matt Tait August 29, 2026 0
The machete is both a agricultural tool and weapon. Across Latin America, the Caribbean, Africa and parts...
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Roman Hastati: Everything We Know About Rome’s Front-Line Infantry Roman hastati advancing with Republican-era scuta, pila, Montefortino helmets and varied body armour
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Roman Hastati: Everything We Know About Rome’s Front-Line Infantry

Jayne Ellis August 29, 2026 0
The hastati occupied one of the least comfortable positions in the Roman Republic. They stood in the...
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Edward Teach, Blackbeard: The Real Pirate Behind the Legend Blackbeard aboard Queen Anne’s Revenge
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Edward Teach, Blackbeard: The Real Pirate Behind the Legend

Jayne Ellis August 28, 2026 0
Blackbeard did not need decades to become immortal. His documented career as an independent pirate captain lasted...
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Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Best Builds for Every Playstyle Jedi Survivor Best Builds
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Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Best Builds for Every Playstyle

Liz Stone August 28, 2026 0
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor gives Cal Kestis five lightsaber stances, nine skill trees and a sizeable collection...
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First Battle of St Albans: The Violent Opening of the Wars of the Roses Clash at St Albans
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First Battle of St Albans: The Violent Opening of the Wars of the Roses

Jayne Ellis August 28, 2026 0
The First Battle of St Albans was fought on 22 May 1455 between supporters of King Henry...
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The Sidesword: History, Design and Collector’s Guide Sidesword
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The Sidesword: History, Design and Collector’s Guide

Matt Tait August 28, 2026 0
The sidesword was one of the defining weapons of Renaissance Europe. Broad enough to deliver a serious...
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Sword resources Archives - Seven Swords

  • The Most Expensive Swords Ever Sold at Auction
    by Matt Tait on September 29, 2026 at 1:55 pm

    Some swords are expensive because of their materials. Others are valuable because a famous hand once held them. The post The Most Expensive Swords Ever Sold at Auction appeared first on Seven Swords.

  • HEMA Sparring Swords: Types, Prices and How to Choose the Right One
    by Jayne Ellis on September 22, 2026 at 5:37 pm

    A HEMA sparring sword has a difficult role. It must resemble a historical weapon closely enough to teach The post HEMA Sparring Swords: Types, Prices and How to Choose the Right One appeared first on Seven Swords.

  • Essential Antique Sword Books: The Best Reference Guides for Collectors
    by Jayne Ellis on August 27, 2026 at 11:07 am

    Buying an antique sword without first buying a few good books is an impressively expensive way to learn. The post Essential Antique Sword Books: The Best Reference Guides for Collectors appeared first on Seven Swords.

  • Essential HEMA Books: The Historical Fencing Library Worth Building
    by Jayne Ellis on August 23, 2026 at 3:59 pm

    Historical European Martial Arts has a rather unusual relationship with books. In most combat sports, reading is supplementary. The post Essential HEMA Books: The Historical Fencing Library Worth Building appeared first on Seven Swords.

  • Napoleonic Sword Auction Guide: Prices, Identification and Buying Advice
    by Matt Tait on August 12, 2026 at 11:31 am

    Buying an original Napoleonic sword is one of those collecting decisions where enthusiasm can become expensive remarkably quickly. The post Napoleonic Sword Auction Guide: Prices, Identification and Buying Advice appeared first on Seven Swords.

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