From banning the crossbow to inventing universities, here are 5 surprisingly hardcore ways the medieval Catholic Church shaped war, science, and everyday life.
Middle Ages
Medieval Europe vs Ancient Rome: Why We Pick Sides
Why are so many people more drawn to medieval Europe than ancient Rome? A deep dive into aesthetics, warfare, power, and slavery across the two eras.
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.
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
Magic In The Middle Ages: The Strange Things You Never Knew
Once upon a time, magic was big news. Before it became a point of entertainment, magic … Magic In The Middle Ages: The Strange Things You Never KnewRead more