While medieval swords were vital on the battlefield, they also carried significant symbolic meaning. For knights, the sword was a representation of their status and loyalty to their lord or king.

The competitors' equipment, made of steel and titanium, must be historically accurate. The sound of steel when a sword hits ...

Check if you have access via personal or institutional login This study takes the sword beyond its functional role as a tool for killing, considering it as a cultural artifact , and the broader ...

Medieval Archaeology, Vol. 67, Issue. 1, p. 73. A wide-ranging study of the significance of swords throughout the whole Anglo-Saxon period, offering valuable insights into the meaning of and attitude ...

Fans of medieval warfare shouldn't pass up these great sword-and-shield adventures. This list details a variety of games that depict different sides of medieval life, from crafting and working ...

Medieval Times is a family dinner attraction inspired by an 11th-century feast and tournament. Customers are served a four-course meal and treated to sword fights and jousting tournaments.