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Wall Built With Human Bones Discovered Underneath A Cathedral In Belgium

The macabre structure was found during work on a new visitor's center for the 700-year-old Saint Bavo's Cathedral.

By Natasha Ishak • Apr 17, 2025

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Wall Built With Human Bones Discovered Underneath A Cathedral In Belgium

The macabre structure was found during work on a new visitor's center for the 700-year-old Saint Bavo's Cathedral.

By Natasha Ishak • April 17, 2025

Medieval Manuscript Featuring Legends Of Merlin And King Arthur Found Languishing In Pieces In A British Library

A medieval manuscript containing sequels to the legend of King Arthur was repurposed for bookbinding material in the 16th century and forgotten — until it was rediscovered in the library at the University of Cambridge.

By Amber Morgan • Apr 3, 2025

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Medieval Manuscript Featuring Legends Of Merlin And King Arthur Found Languishing In Pieces In A British Library

A medieval manuscript containing sequels to the legend of King Arthur was repurposed for bookbinding material in the 16th century and forgotten — until it was rediscovered in the library at the University of Cambridge.

By Amber Morgan • April 3, 2025

Meet Roland The Farter, The ‘Indecent’ Royal Flatulist Who Performed For King Henry II

King Henry II was so delighted by the simultaneous jump, whistle, and fart that Roland performed that he awarded his court jester a manor house and 30 acres of land.

By Amber Morgan • Apr 2, 2025

Meet Roland The Farter, The ‘Indecent’ Royal Flatulist Who Performed For King Henry II

King Henry II was so delighted by the simultaneous jump, whistle, and fart that Roland performed that he awarded his court jester a manor house and 30 acres of land.

By Amber Morgan • April 2, 2025

Stunning Medieval Ring Discovered By A Metal Detectorist In England Sells For $24,000 At Auction

It's estimated to date from the late 12th century or early 13th century, and it likely belonged to the bishop Hugh of Northwold.

By Kaleena Fraga • Mar 27, 2025

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Stunning Medieval Ring Discovered By A Metal Detectorist In England Sells For $24,000 At Auction

It's estimated to date from the late 12th century or early 13th century, and it likely belonged to the bishop Hugh of Northwold.

By Kaleena Fraga • March 27, 2025

Björn Ironside Was A Brave Viking Hero In Scandinavian Legend — But Did He Really Exist?

In Scandinavian legend, Björn Ironside was the son of Viking chieftain Ragnar Lothbrok who led successful raids across Europe in the ninth century C.E. before becoming a ruler of Sweden and Norway and founding the royal Munsö Dynasty.

By Austin Harvey • Mar 16, 2025

Björn Ironside Was A Brave Viking Hero In Scandinavian Legend — But Did He Really Exist?

In Scandinavian legend, Björn Ironside was the son of Viking chieftain Ragnar Lothbrok who led successful raids across Europe in the ninth century C.E. before becoming a ruler of Sweden and Norway and founding the royal Munsö Dynasty.

By Austin Harvey • March 16, 2025

Divers In Türkiye Just Found The Wreck Of A Ship That Sank While Transporting Jugs Of Olive Oil 1,100 Years Ago

Experts believe the ship was hit with a storm and crashed into either a large rock or a small island. Nevertheless, it was found in such good condition that researchers uncovered one amphora that still had intact olive pits inside.

By Amber Morgan • Mar 12, 2025

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Divers In Türkiye Just Found The Wreck Of A Ship That Sank While Transporting Jugs Of Olive Oil 1,100 Years Ago

Experts believe the ship was hit with a storm and crashed into either a large rock or a small island. Nevertheless, it was found in such good condition that researchers uncovered one amphora that still had intact olive pits inside.

By Amber Morgan • March 12, 2025

Archaeologists In Germany Just Uncovered A Medieval Church Surrounded By Children’s Skeletons Beneath A Parking Lot

The Church of St. Godehard in Eschwege, Germany, was abandoned during the Protestant Reformation and demolished in the late 16th century.

By Amber Morgan • Feb 28, 2025

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Archaeologists In Germany Just Uncovered A Medieval Church Surrounded By Children’s Skeletons Beneath A Parking Lot

The Church of St. Godehard in Eschwege, Germany, was abandoned during the Protestant Reformation and demolished in the late 16th century.

By Amber Morgan • February 28, 2025

A Medieval Board Game Was Just Discovered In A Secret Chamber Of A Russian Castle

The centuries-old board game is being called the "most intriguing" discovery at the site to date.

By Bernadette Deron • Feb 23, 2025

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A Medieval Board Game Was Just Discovered In A Secret Chamber Of A Russian Castle

The centuries-old board game is being called the "most intriguing" discovery at the site to date.

By Bernadette Deron • February 23, 2025

What Is The Black Madonna — And Why Are There So Many Depictions Of Her In Europe?

While some think medieval artists used materials that naturally darkened over time — or simply repurposed old pagan artworks — others believe the Black Madonna's skin tone was completely intentional.

By Amber Morgan • Feb 10, 2025

What Is The Black Madonna — And Why Are There So Many Depictions Of Her In Europe?

While some think medieval artists used materials that naturally darkened over time — or simply repurposed old pagan artworks — others believe the Black Madonna's skin tone was completely intentional.

By Amber Morgan • February 10, 2025

Medieval Burial Unearthed In Croatia That Contains The Decapitated And Contorted Remains Of A ‘Vampire’

The man's body featured chilling postmortem alterations, including dislocated legs and a twisted torso, in order to prevent him from rising from the dead.

By Austin Harvey • Feb 3, 2025

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Medieval Burial Unearthed In Croatia That Contains The Decapitated And Contorted Remains Of A ‘Vampire’

The man's body featured chilling postmortem alterations, including dislocated legs and a twisted torso, in order to prevent him from rising from the dead.

By Austin Harvey • February 3, 2025