The Casualty Rate of Medieval Battles
When a movie shows a medieval battle then that battle usually ends with one side being either completely or almost completely wiped out. But was that really the case? How…
Could Arrows Pierce Chainmail and Plate Armor? (Explained)
When most people think of medieval archers and the use of arrows then they usually have 2 battles on their mind. The Battle of Crecy and the Battle of Agincourt.…
Greek & Roman Swords – Weight, Characteristics, Use
When we think of ancient Greek swords then we usually imagine the Kopis, a type of sword that especially movies like 300 have made famous. And when we think of…
The Average Height of Medieval Knights, Peasants & Vikings
Have you ever heard somebody refer to medieval people as much shorter than modern-day people? I certainly have a lot. And that got me thinking. How tall were people in…
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