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Starting a Medieval Tournament Household in AustraliaA medieval tournament household is a tight team of fighters, retainers, musicians, and camp followers who travel together, train together, and represent a…
How to Make Medieval Ink from Oak Galls and IronOak-gall ink was one of the most important writing materials in medieval Europe. Made from tannin-rich oak galls, iron salts, water and gum, it produces a…
Best medieval history magazines worth a subscriptionFor readers across Australia with a passion for knights, cathedrals and the long arc of the Middle Ages, subscribing to a dedicated periodical remains one of…
Medieval Hunting Laws and Practices Explained Across CenturiesThe chase through woodland and heath shaped medieval society as deeply as religion or feudal politics. From the Norman forests of England to the vineyards of…
icting a medieval knight's squire with historical accuracyA squire stood at the hinge of medieval martial life, neither a page nor yet a knight, but the indispensable helper who carried, cooked, mended, and learned.…
Where Australian Reenactors Find Medieval Armor RepairsMedieval armour is built to survive hard use, but even well-made pieces eventually need attention. Rivets loosen, straps split, edges bend, paint wears away…
Medieval Bread Making Across the Social HierarchyIn medieval Europe, bread served as the literal foundation of every meal, and the loaf on your plate reflected your place in the world. Coarse, dark rye…
How to Build a Simple Medieval Trebuchet ModelA small trebuchet model is an enjoyable way to explore medieval engineering without needing a workshop full of specialist tools. Its throwing arm,…
Medieval Role-Playing Games That Bring Groups TogetherMedieval-themed role-playing games are at their best when a party feels like a company with shared history. Players may begin as strangers, mercenaries,…
Medieval Mapmaking Techniques for History EnthusiastsMedieval maps were practical tools, devotional objects, political statements and visual records of travel. Some guided sailors along familiar coasts, while…