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Archaeologists Discover Great Wall Remains in Beijing
Chinese archaeologists have discovered the first Sui Dynasty Great Wall remains in Beijing, alongside ancient wooden boats and other finds.
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Labour Conditions in Medieval Florence Revealed in New Study
A new study reveals how medieval Florence regulated cathedral workers, enforced workplace discipline and compensated those injured on the job.
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New Medieval Books: Medieval Military Medicine
Warfare underwent significant changes between the fourteenth and sixteenth centuries, bringing new challenges for those treating wounded and sick soldiers. This book explores how medical care evolved to deal with the injuries and diseases that accompanied these changes in…
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The Medieval Villagers Who Fought for Their Freedom for 47 Years
Medieval villagers in France fought a 47-year legal battle against a powerful monastery over their status as serfs and their right to freedom.
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Online Courses: Tolkien and his Medieval Sources
Discover the medieval world behind J.R.R. Tolkien’s Middle-earth! Join medieval scholar Dr. Larissa Tracy for two online courses exploring the myths, legends, and literature that inspired The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, The Silmarillion, and more.
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The Medieval Origins of Demonology and Witchcraft: From Demonic Illusion to the Witches’ Sabbath
Explore the medieval origins of demonology and witchcraft, from beliefs in demonic illusion to the rise of the witches’ sabbath.
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Medieval Building and Silver Coins Unearthed in Bulgaria
Archaeologists excavating the medieval city of Rusokastro in southeastern Bulgaria have uncovered a large stone building, along with silver coins dating to the…
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Five Remarkable Medieval Tournaments and Jousts
Medieval tournaments were more than contests of strength and skill. From elaborate spectacles to unexpected confrontations, Steven Muhlberger reveals just how unpredictable jousting and tournaments could be in the Middle Ages.
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Two Stolen Byzantine Icons Returned to Cyprus After 50 Years
Two stolen 14th-century Byzantine icons depicting Matthew and Mark have been returned to Cyprus after more than 50 years.
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The Medieval Walking Dead
In 1091, a medieval priest encountered a terrifying army of the dead in Normandy, revealing medieval beliefs about ghosts, punishment and the afterlife.
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Medieval Medicine’s Connection to Ancient Egyptian Mummies Revealed by New Study
New research reveals a surprising connection between medieval medicine and ancient Egyptian mummies, with chemical evidence of aloe in embalming materials.
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Did Medieval Merchants Invent Corporate Branding?
A new study reveals how medieval merchants used distinctive marks to build trust, establish reputations and create early forms of corporate branding.
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Rare Medieval Manuscripts Return to Display at German Library
Rare medieval manuscripts, including the ninth-century Hildebrandslied, return to public display as Germany’s historic Murhard Library reopens after renovation.
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Marriage and Family in the Byzantine Empire
Marriage and family were central to Byzantine society, shaping property, inheritance, gender roles, social status, and networks of kinship.
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Archaeologists Discover Long-Lost Early Medieval Church Near Venice
Archaeologists have discovered a long-lost early medieval church near Venice, revealing new evidence about the origins of the city and its Christian history.