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Where to watch medieval combat tournaments onlineMedieval fighting offers a vivid mix of sport, pageantry and historical interpretation, and live coverage now reaches viewers far beyond the original venue.…
Medieval knights: choosing your first set of armourChoosing armour for a medieval knight is easier when the intended role comes first. A museum display, living-history performance, training session and…
How to set up a medieval merchant stall at a fairA convincing medieval merchant stall combines historical atmosphere with the practical demands of a modern public event. It should look as though a trader has…
The Best Medieval Podcasts for History LoversMedieval history is a remarkably good fit for audio. A skilled host can make a monastery, battlefield, merchant ship or royal court feel close while you are…
Medieval herbal remedies for common ailmentsMedieval herbal remedies for common ailments offer a glimpse of how people treated discomfort before modern laboratories and standardised medicines. Records…
Making a medieval leather belt with a brass buckleA medieval-style belt can be functional and a strong focal point for a reenactor. Its basic form is simple: a leather strap, buckle frame with a tongue,…
Medieval Reenactment Groups Worth Knowing Across North AmericaNorth America has a broad medieval living-history scene, ranging from formal tournament societies to small local households that concentrate on Viking-age…
How trebuchets actually worked in medieval siege warfareAmong medieval siege weapons, the trebuchet occupied a distinctive place: it converted the weight of a falling counterweight into the speed of a thrown stone.…
Where to Rent Medieval Costumes for Themed EventsRenting medieval clothing for a fair, convention or living-history event can create a convincing period look without the cost of buying a complete wardrobe.…
The role of women in medieval guildsMedieval guilds were urban associations that brought masters, journeymen and apprentices together around a trade. Their statutes regulated training, quality,…