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The Mystery of the Famous Lewis Chessmen
In 1831, on the Isle of Lewis in the Western Isles of Scotland, a stunning hoard was found. Rather than the usual silver and gold that excites treasure hunters and historians alike, this hoard contained…
History Thursday: A Woman’s Wisdom on How to Conquer
We've all heard, "Behind every great man stands a woman." I'd push the adage further.
Beside every great man stands a great woman.
Especially when it comes to Vikings.
Archaeologists have lately declared Viking women fought alongside Viking…
The Battle of Hastings: The Long Viking Reach
October 14th marks the anniversary of the Battle of Hastings. History lists battle after battle, so what's the big deal? William the Conqueror changed the face of Europe on that fateful day, moving England...the world…
How ‘Dark’ were the Dark Ages for Women?
The Dark Ages.
Those times conjure bad images. Disease. Famine. Poverty.
When barbarians trounced Rome, a power vacuum hung over Europe. The vast connection of roads once protected by Roman soldiers gave way to outlaws. By the…
