The story of Raimondo de’ Cabanni, a former African slave who rose to become a knight, court insider, and landholder in 14th‑century Angevin Naples.
Medieval History
Are Medieval Historians Just Making Stuff Up?
Medieval history can look like guesswork. Here are 5 real methods historians use to get from scraps of evidence to solid claims about the Middle Ages.
What Medieval Royals Used as Toilet Paper
From straw to cotton cloth, here’s what medieval nobles and royals actually used to wipe in the 1300s, and why Henry IV’s cotton habit was unusual.
How Close Were Catholic and Orthodox Churches?
Were the Catholic and Orthodox churches ever really united in the Middle Ages after 1054? A clear look at origins, brief reunions, and why it kept failing.
How Realistic Are Medieval Movies, Really?
Which films and series show the Middle Ages most realistically? A historian breaks down armor, dirt, battles, women’s roles, and what Hollywood gets wrong.
What If Medieval Movies Were Actually Accurate?
What if Braveheart, Vikings, and other medieval movies were historically accurate? A grounded look at color, cleanliness, warfare, and religion on screen.
Medieval Addictions: Beyond Alcohol in the Middle Ages
Explore the addictive substances of the Middle Ages beyond alcohol, including opium, mandrake, and cannabis, and their impact on society.
Medieval Fashion: Comparing Armor and Tabbards
Explore the fascinating comparison between medieval armor and tabards, including origins, methods, and their impact on fashion and warfare.
Avoiding the Zombie Apocalypse…the Medieval Way!
“If we are right, then this is the first good archaeological evidence of this practice. It … Avoiding the Zombie Apocalypse…the Medieval Way!Read more
Life In The Middle Ages: Hell Or Heaven?
As folk lore would have it, life in the Middle Ages was deeply depressing. Unless you … Life In The Middle Ages: Hell Or Heaven?Read more