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Did the Pied Piper legend begin with a real medieval tragedy? Explore the earliest accounts from Hamelin and the theories behind the mysterious disappearance of 130 children.
Han Dynasty postal horses had hard lives but evocative names—meet Wandering Hawk, Podgy and Lumpy, and Mr. Red Horse
Greek and Roman soldiers fired pointed barbs at their enemies
A medieval manuscript containing part of Gaude Mater Polonia, one of Poland’s oldest hymns, has been returned to Poland after being displaced during the Second World War.
Discover how Byzantine emperors ruled as God’s representatives, shaping politics, religion, and imperial authority through the empire’s unique political theology.
Arthur: A New Life
Why are the Middle Ages called the Dark Ages? Discover where the term came from, why it became popular, and why most historians avoid using it today.
Explore the complex relationship between Frederick II and Islam, revealing how politics, science, and diplomacy shaped one of the medieval world’s most misunderstood rulers.
How did Merlin become the Middle Ages’ greatest prophet? Learn about the origins, meaning, and influence of Merlin’s famous prophecies.
The Middle Ages were an age of innovation. Discover ten medieval inventions that transformed everyday life and helped shape the modern world.
A major Viking Age settlement discovered near Aarhus, Denmark, is revealing large-scale textile production, workshops, and links to medieval trade networks.