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Medieval Knights in Europe
7th Jul 2022
Knights – and their female equivalents, Dames – are still around today. Modern knights and dames have been honoured by the Queen for a great achievement. However, they are very different from knights in medieval England.
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Court Jesters in Medieval England
28th Apr 2022
Court jesters in medieval England had the important role of entertaining the court and keeping the royals happy. While they are remembered in modern times as jokers who wore funny hats, their role was not always filled with laughs.
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Dragons in English Mythology
23rd Mar 2022
Dragons appear in different cultures across the world. Each myth describes a different appearance, though often similar to a lizard or snake. Some myths illustrate dragons as a bit of a nuisance, while others describe terrifying flying creatures that breathe fire. They have become common creatures in popular culture and fascinate people worldwide.
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Christmas during the English Civil Wars
13th Dec 2021
The English Civil Wars (1642-51) between Parliamentarians and Royalists is one of the deadliest conflicts in British history. As the Royalist capital, Oxford was at the centre of it. The war also had an impact on one of the biggest celebrations of the year: Christmas.
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Christmas During Medieval Times
7th Dec 2021
While there were many holidays in the medieval European calendar, Christmas was a highlight with twelve days of celebrations. From the peasantry to the upper class, it was the longest holiday. People would not have to go to work, decorate their homes and spend time with loved ones.
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