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The Men Who Fought with King Harold at Hastings www.medievalists.net/2025/10/the-... #BattleofHastings #NormanConquest

The Men Who Fought with King Harold at Hastings - Medievalists.net

When Harold Godwinson marched to Hastings on 14 October 1066 he brought with him thousands of men. Who were these warriors and why did they fight on behalf of their king?

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Medievalist.net @medievalists.bsky.social · 14h

New Medieval Books: The Queenship of Mathilda of Flanders, c. 1031-1083, published by @boydellandbrewer.bsky.social www.medievalists.net/2025/10/new-... #history #NormanConquest

New Medieval Books: The Queenship of Mathilda of Flanders, c. 1031-1083 - Medievalists.net

Mathilda of Flanders was the Duchess of Normandy and, following the Norman Conquest, became Queen of England. This book explores her life and achievements as one of the most powerful and influential…

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Medievalist.net @medievalists.bsky.social · 15h

12 Medieval Life Tips from a 12th-Century Genius www.medievalists.net/2025/07/12-m... #medievalhistory

12 Medieval Life Tips from a 12th-Century Genius - Medievalists.net

Discover 12 medieval life tips from Alain de Lille—a 12th-century genius whose advice on courage, greed, and fate still feels surprisingly modern.

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Kathleen E. Kennedy @themedievaldrk.bsky.social · 16h

Anyone know what Kzoo attendance numbers are these days, roughly? I know they're down from pre-pandemic/renovations but I'm trying to get a sense of how much and can't find reports to document.

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Medievalist.net @medievalists.bsky.social · 16h

A Medieval Massacre in Glastonbury - an episode of The Medieval Murder Podcast youtu.be/DSWscDT_wgU #medievalmurder

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Medievalist.net @medievalists.bsky.social · 21h

The Mongol Wrestler Princess: The Story of Qutulun, by @jackmeistermongols.bsky.social www.medievalists.net/2025/10/mong... #Mongols #History #MedievalWomen

The Mongol Wrestler Princess: The Story of Qutulun - Medievalists.net

Discover the extraordinary life of Qutulun, the Mongol princess who never lost a wrestling match. Explore how this undefeated warrior and daughter of Qaidu Khan shaped politics, warfare, and legend…

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Medievalist.net @medievalists.bsky.social · 21h

Early Medieval Caucasus Was a Crossroads of Peoples, DNA Study Finds www.medievalists.net/2025/08/earl... #medieval

Early Medieval Caucasus Was a Crossroads of Peoples, DNA Study Finds - Medievalists.net

A new DNA study reveals how the early medieval Kingdom of Iberia in eastern Georgia was a crossroads of local traditions and incoming peoples, blending cultures from the Caucasus, Central Asia, and…

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Medievalist.net @medievalists.bsky.social · 22h

From holy warriors to legends—explore the real story of the Templars! 🏰✝️ medievalstudies.thinkific.com/courses/temp... #templars

The Knights Templar 1120-1314

Explore the astonishing phenomenon of the Knights Templar. Trace the order’s development from the First Crusade’s aftermath, through its rise to enormous power, and then its dissolution, for a…

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Medievalist.net @medievalists.bsky.social · 1d

The Seagull, the Dog and the Cockle: A Hidden Scene in the Bayeux Tapestry www.medievalists.net/2025/07/hidd... #bayeuxtapestry

The Seagull, the Dog and the Cockle: A Hidden Scene in the Bayeux Tapestry - Medievalists.net

One interpretation of a curious scene in the Bayeux Tapestry suggests a seagull using a dog to open a cockle—offering a rare glimpse of everyday life on the Norman beaches before the 1066 invasion.

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Medievalism Manifesto @ricutz.bsky.social · 2d

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When French TV Poached Robin Hood - Medievalists.net

A 1960s French TV hit, Thierry la Fronde, reimagined Robin Hood during the Hundred Years’ War—turning an English outlaw tale into a story of French resistance, national pride, and political subtext.

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Medievalist.net @medievalists.bsky.social · 1d

El Cid: From History to Legend an episode of 'tis but a scratch: fact and fiction about the Middle Ages youtu.be/5Z8Wc_M6m2M?... #ElCid

El Cid: From History to Legend

'tis but a scratch: fact and fiction about the Middle Ages - Episode 55 In this episode I interview Professor Nora Berend of the University of Cambridge about her new book El Cid: The Life and…

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Medievalist.net @medievalists.bsky.social · 1d

The Medieval Village and its Evil Spirit www.medievalists.net/2023/10/medi... #Halloween

The Medieval Village and its Evil Spirit - Medievalists.net

Today’s horror movies could make use of this story from the ninth century, of how an evil spirit terrorized a medieval village. It also reports on one of the earliest recorded attempts at an exorcism…

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Medievalist.net @medievalists.bsky.social · 1d

New Medieval Books: Boccaccio, published by @uchicagopress.bsky.social www.medievalists.net/2025/10/new-... #Boccaccio #MedievalLiterarture #Books

New Medieval Books: Boccaccio - Medievalists.net

An exploration of the life and career of Giovanni Boccaccio, one of Italy’s most celebrated writers. This book examines his family background and tumultuous professional path, revealing how his…

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Medievalist.net @medievalists.bsky.social · 1d

Connect with us and explore the Middle Ages on social media! ⚔️📜 www.medievalists.net/2022/11/medi... #MedievalHistory

Where you can find Medievalists.net on social media - Medievalists.net

We thought it would be a good time to let you know where you can find us on social media. Medievalists.net posts at a few different places:

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Medievalist.net @medievalists.bsky.social · 1d

New Medieval Books: Raiders, Rulers, and Traders www.medievalists.net/2024/10/new-... #books

New Medieval Books: Raiders, Rulers, and Traders - Medievalists.net

A sweeping history from prehistoric times to the 20th century, this book examines how the horse helped shaped civilization along the Eurasian Steppe. Several chapters focus on medieval empires,…

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Medievalist.net @medievalists.bsky.social · 1d

Learn the story of one of medieval Europe’s most powerful women—enroll in our Olga of Kiev course today! 👑📜 medievalstudies.thinkific.com/courses/olga #UkrainainHistory

Olga of Kiev and the Rus

This self-paced course is an introduction to Olga of Kiev, medieval ruler of the Rus. Learn about her impact in the history of Ukraine, Christianity, and the world of Norse women. Also included is a…

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Medievalist.net @medievalists.bsky.social · 2d

Demonic Seduction: A Dark Medievalism www.medievalists.net/2025/07/demo... #demons #halloween

Demonic Seduction: A Dark Medievalism - Medievalists.net

Explore how medieval beliefs about demons, witchcraft, and sex shaped centuries of theology, persecution, and fantasy—revealing the dark origins of one of history’s most persistent tropes.

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Medievalist.net @medievalists.bsky.social · 2d

When French TV Poached Robin Hood, by @ricutz.bsky.social www.medievalists.net/2025/10/when... #medievalism #ThierryleFronde #TV

When French TV Poached Robin Hood - Medievalists.net

A 1960s French TV hit, Thierry la Fronde, reimagined Robin Hood during the Hundred Years’ War—turning an English outlaw tale into a story of French resistance, national pride, and political subtext.

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Medievalist.net @medievalists.bsky.social · 2d

Explore one of medieval Europe’s greatest battles—Tannenberg awaits. medievalstudies.thinkific.com/courses/tann... #MilitaryHistory #MedievalWarfare #MedievalStudies

The Battle of Tannenberg 1410

An introduction to the battle of Tannenberg in 1410. We learn about the Teutonic order, Poland and Lithuania and their curious kinship, geopolitical issues of the area, the impact of war, and…

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Medievalist.net @medievalists.bsky.social · 2d

When the Assassins Came to Aleppo www.medievalists.net/2025/10/when... #medieval #Aleppo

When the Assassins Came to Aleppo - Medievalists.net

Learn how Ridwan of Aleppo allied with the Assassins, allowing them to spread their influence and carry out their first missions in medieval Syria.

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Medievalist.net @medievalists.bsky.social · 2d

New Medieval Books: The Observations of Gilles le Bouvier, published by @bloomsburyhist.bsky.social www.medievalists.net/2025/10/new-... #books #historysky #booksky

New Medieval Books: The Observations of Gilles le Bouvier - Medievalists.net

Written in the mid-15th century by a French diplomat, this newly translated report offers more than just a glimpse of Europe’s lands and regions. Part travel guide and part survey, it provides a…

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Medievalist.net @medievalists.bsky.social · 2d

How the Crusade Became a Medieval Institution www.medievalists.net/2025/07/how-... #crusades

How the Crusade Became a Medieval Institution - Medievalists.net

This article explores how the crusade emerged as a distinct medieval institution, shaped by ideas of holy war, just war, and penance.

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Medievalist.net @medievalists.bsky.social · 2d

Doctor Who: The Time Warrior - Episode of Media-eval: A Medieval Pop Culture Podcast youtu.be/dJ9cxVmd4QU?... #DoctorWho

Doctor Who: The Time Warrior

Guest Elizabeth Bonnemann is back to talk with Sarah about another Doctor Who serial, The Time Warrior. which aired in four parts in 1973 to 1974. Join us as we talk castellans, rotten meat, and…

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Medievalist.net @medievalists.bsky.social · 2d

Medieval Finland’s Sibling Connection Revealed by DNA www.medievalists.net/2025/08/medi... #finland

Medieval Finland’s Sibling Connection Revealed by DNA - Medievalists.net

Ancient DNA from two 12th-century burials in Finland has revealed they were siblings, offering rare evidence of medieval family ties and centuries of genetic continuity in the region.

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Medievalist.net @medievalists.bsky.social · 3d

Starting next Sunday: Social Hierarchies in Early Byzantium: Power, Status, and Society (330–700 CE) medievalstudies.thinkific.com/courses/byza... #history

Social Hierarchies in Early Byzantium: Power, Status, and So

Uncover the social world of Early Byzantium—where emperors ruled, clergy guided, soldiers fought, and commoners toiled. Explore how religion, law, and the economy shaped identity and mobility,…

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