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Forensic Scientists Reconstruct Face Of Medieval Murder Victim Killed By Multiple Sword Blows To The Head

Researchers determined the medieval "cold case" was an incident of "raw violence" and "overkill."

By Austin Harvey • Jan 5, 2023

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Forensic Scientists Reconstruct Face Of Medieval Murder Victim Killed By Multiple Sword Blows To The Head

Researchers determined the medieval "cold case" was an incident of "raw violence" and "overkill."

By Austin Harvey • January 5, 2023

Who Was Queen Nzinga, The Fearless Ruler Of Ndongo And Matamba?

Between 1624 and her death in 1663, Queen Ana Nzinga ruled over the Ndongo and Matamba kingdoms while fending off European colonial forces.

By Abby Norman • Jan 4, 2023

Who Was Queen Nzinga, The Fearless Ruler Of Ndongo And Matamba?

Between 1624 and her death in 1663, Queen Ana Nzinga ruled over the Ndongo and Matamba kingdoms while fending off European colonial forces.

By Abby Norman • January 4, 2023

This Week In History News, Dec. 11 – 17

Medieval shipwreck found in a Norwegian lake, Neolithic sacrifice victim unearthed in Denmark, knight with an elongated skull discovered in Notre Dame.

By All That's Interesting • Dec 16, 2022

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This Week In History News, Dec. 11 – 17

Medieval shipwreck found in a Norwegian lake, Neolithic sacrifice victim unearthed in Denmark, knight with an elongated skull discovered in Notre Dame.

By All That's Interesting • December 16, 2022

37 Facts About The Middle Ages That’ll Make You Glad You Live In The 21st Century

From cat burning to divorce by combat, these facts show exactly why the medieval period is known as the "Dark Ages."

By Kaleena Fraga • Dec 8, 2022

37 Facts About The Middle Ages That’ll Make You Glad You Live In The 21st Century

From cat burning to divorce by combat, these facts show exactly why the medieval period is known as the "Dark Ages."

By Kaleena Fraga • December 8, 2022

Meet All Of Henry VIII’s Wives — And Learn About Their Grisly Fates

Over his 38-year reign, King Henry VIII wed Catherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anne of Cleves, and Catherine Howard — and had two of them beheaded for adultery.

By Jaclyn Anglis • Dec 4, 2022

Meet All Of Henry VIII’s Wives — And Learn About Their Grisly Fates

Over his 38-year reign, King Henry VIII wed Catherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anne of Cleves, and Catherine Howard — and had two of them beheaded for adultery.

By Jaclyn Anglis • December 4, 2022

This Week In History News, Nov. 27 – Dec. 3

Viking treasure found in Norway, Maya masks unearthed in Mexico, animal bones discovered beneath the Roman Colosseum.

By All That's Interesting • Dec 2, 2022

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This Week In History News, Nov. 27 – Dec. 3

Viking treasure found in Norway, Maya masks unearthed in Mexico, animal bones discovered beneath the Roman Colosseum.

By All That's Interesting • December 2, 2022

Inside The War Of The Bucket, The Medieval Italian Battle Sparked By The Theft Of A Wooden Pail

In 1325, the Italian city-states of Bologna and Modena engaged in a short-lived war that allegedly started when Modenese soldiers stole a wooden bucket.

By Laura Wells • Dec 2, 2022

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Inside The War Of The Bucket, The Medieval Italian Battle Sparked By The Theft Of A Wooden Pail

In 1325, the Italian city-states of Bologna and Modena engaged in a short-lived war that allegedly started when Modenese soldiers stole a wooden bucket.

By Laura Wells • December 2, 2022

37 Dirty Medieval Manuscripts That Prove People In The Middle Ages Weren’t So Prudish After All

Many of these raunchy images were drawn by bored scribes who were tired of copying out books by hand — and wanted to leave a profane surprise for readers.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 28, 2022

37 Dirty Medieval Manuscripts That Prove People In The Middle Ages Weren’t So Prudish After All

Many of these raunchy images were drawn by bored scribes who were tired of copying out books by hand — and wanted to leave a profane surprise for readers.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 28, 2022

Robert The Bruce: The Story Behind The Scottish Ruler Of ‘Braveheart’ And ‘Outlaw King’

In the early 14th century, Robert the Bruce became the King of Scots and ensured his country's independence after repulsing several English invasions.

By Gina Dimuro • Nov 20, 2022

Robert The Bruce: The Story Behind The Scottish Ruler Of ‘Braveheart’ And ‘Outlaw King’

In the early 14th century, Robert the Bruce became the King of Scots and ensured his country's independence after repulsing several English invasions.

By Gina Dimuro • November 20, 2022

Inside The Story Of Sawney Bean And His Clan Of Cannibal Killers That Inspired ‘The Hills Have Eyes’

The head of a 45-member clan in Scotland, Sawney Bean allegedly killed and cannibalized over 1,000 victims in the early 16th century. But did he even exist?

By Leah Silverman • Nov 19, 2022

Inside The Story Of Sawney Bean And His Clan Of Cannibal Killers That Inspired ‘The Hills Have Eyes’

The head of a 45-member clan in Scotland, Sawney Bean allegedly killed and cannibalized over 1,000 victims in the early 16th century. But did he even exist?

By Leah Silverman • November 19, 2022

From A Drug-Fueled Car Cash To A ‘Surfeit Of Lampreys,’ These Are The Strangest Royal Deaths In History

Discover eleven of the most bizarre ways royals have died, from the Greek King killed by a monkey to the English Conqueror who buckled under his own weight.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 15, 2022

From A Drug-Fueled Car Cash To A ‘Surfeit Of Lampreys,’ These Are The Strangest Royal Deaths In History

Discover eleven of the most bizarre ways royals have died, from the Greek King killed by a monkey to the English Conqueror who buckled under his own weight.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 15, 2022

This Medieval Warrior Died During The Battle Of Visby — And Scientists Just Recreated His Wound In All Its Gory Glory

Researchers hypothesized that the man was likely struck by an ax — and other weapons — during the 1361 Battle of Visby.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 4, 2022

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This Medieval Warrior Died During The Battle Of Visby — And Scientists Just Recreated His Wound In All Its Gory Glory

Researchers hypothesized that the man was likely struck by an ax — and other weapons — during the 1361 Battle of Visby.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 4, 2022