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The Mongol Empire Was One Of The Largest In World History — So How Did It Fall?

During the 13th century, the Mongol Empire ruled over nearly all of Asia, but disputes over borders and succession paired with waning military power led to its collapse by 1368.

By Austin Harvey Jul 21, 2024

The Mongol Empire Was One Of The Largest In World History — So How Did It Fall?

During the 13th century, the Mongol Empire ruled over nearly all of Asia, but disputes over borders and succession paired with waning military power led to its collapse by 1368.

By Austin Harvey July 21, 2024

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Dozens Of Bodies Found In A Medieval Cemetery Sitting Right Under The Garden Of A Hotel In A Small English Town

Two dozen skeletons and other bones dating to between 670 and 940 C.E. were discovered on the grounds of the historic Old Bell Hotel in Malmesbury, England.

By Kaleena Fraga Jul 16, 2024

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Dozens Of Bodies Found In A Medieval Cemetery Sitting Right Under The Garden Of A Hotel In A Small English Town

Two dozen skeletons and other bones dating to between 670 and 940 C.E. were discovered on the grounds of the historic Old Bell Hotel in Malmesbury, England.

By Kaleena Fraga July 16, 2024

Why Ivan The Terrible Was The Most Terrifying Tsar In Russian History

Ivan IV Vasilyevich rose to power in the 16th century to become the first tsar of Russia — and earned the nickname "Ivan the Terrible" along the way.

By Jaclyn Anglis Jul 11, 2024

Why Ivan The Terrible Was The Most Terrifying Tsar In Russian History

Ivan IV Vasilyevich rose to power in the 16th century to become the first tsar of Russia — and earned the nickname "Ivan the Terrible" along the way.

By Jaclyn Anglis July 11, 2024

New Study Finds That House Cats Were Skinned For Their Fur In Medieval Portugal

During the Middle Ages, Europeans skinned domestic cats for their fur. Now, recent excavations have revealed the first archaeological evidence of the practice in medieval Portugal.

By Amber Morgan Jul 8, 2024

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New Study Finds That House Cats Were Skinned For Their Fur In Medieval Portugal

During the Middle Ages, Europeans skinned domestic cats for their fur. Now, recent excavations have revealed the first archaeological evidence of the practice in medieval Portugal.

By Amber Morgan July 8, 2024

The Durandal Sword, The Mythic Excalibur Of France, Has Vanished From Its Resting Place After Hundreds Of Years

The legendary sword from "The Song of Roland," Durandal was a popular tourist attraction in the French town of Rocamadour, where it supposedly sat in a stone for 1,300 years.

By Austin Harvey Jul 8, 2024

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The Durandal Sword, The Mythic Excalibur Of France, Has Vanished From Its Resting Place After Hundreds Of Years

The legendary sword from "The Song of Roland," Durandal was a popular tourist attraction in the French town of Rocamadour, where it supposedly sat in a stone for 1,300 years.

By Austin Harvey July 8, 2024

A Massive Viking Ship Burial Was Just Discovered Via Radar In Norway

Experts report that such burials were meant for Viking royalty and that the ship itself was meant to act as a sort of coffin.

By Bernadette Deron Jun 30, 2024

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A Massive Viking Ship Burial Was Just Discovered Via Radar In Norway

Experts report that such burials were meant for Viking royalty and that the ship itself was meant to act as a sort of coffin.

By Bernadette Deron June 30, 2024

Remains Of A Woman Who Fought Alongside A Storied Order Of Medieval Warrior Monks Were Just Found At A Spanish Castle

Archaeologists excavating at Zorita de los Canes, a 9th-century hilltop castle in Guadalajara, Spain, recently unearthed the remains of a woman alongside an order of medieval warrior monks.

By Kaleena Fraga Jun 28, 2024

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Remains Of A Woman Who Fought Alongside A Storied Order Of Medieval Warrior Monks Were Just Found At A Spanish Castle

Archaeologists excavating at Zorita de los Canes, a 9th-century hilltop castle in Guadalajara, Spain, recently unearthed the remains of a woman alongside an order of medieval warrior monks.

By Kaleena Fraga June 28, 2024

A Massive Viking Ship That May Have Been Part Of A Royal Burial Has Been Discovered At Norway’s Jarlsberg Manor

Buried rivets alerted archaeologists to the presence of the ship, which may have been used in the burial of Viking king Bjørn Farmann.

By Kaleena Fraga Jun 24, 2024

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A Massive Viking Ship That May Have Been Part Of A Royal Burial Has Been Discovered At Norway’s Jarlsberg Manor

Buried rivets alerted archaeologists to the presence of the ship, which may have been used in the burial of Viking king Bjørn Farmann.

By Kaleena Fraga June 24, 2024

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Construction Workers Just Unearthed Eight Catapult Stones From A 13th-Century Siege At An English Castle

In 1266, Kenilworth Castle was the site of what's believed to be the longest siege in the history of medieval England, and these catapult shots were fired during the violent event.

By Amber Morgan Jun 18, 2024

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Construction Workers Just Unearthed Eight Catapult Stones From A 13th-Century Siege At An English Castle

In 1266, Kenilworth Castle was the site of what's believed to be the longest siege in the history of medieval England, and these catapult shots were fired during the violent event.

By Amber Morgan June 18, 2024