Ancient Underground Chamber in Cyprus Became a Byzantine Church, Archaeologists Find
Archaeologists in Cyprus have uncovered an underground chamber that began as a Hellenistic quarry and was later transformed into a Byzantine church.
Call for Papers: 5th International Conference on the Military History of the Mediterranean Sea
Call for Papers for the 5th International Conference on the Military History of the Mediterranean Sea, taking place in Istanbul in June 2027.
Anglo-Saxon Coins Reveal Medieval England’s ‘Little England’ in Rome
Anglo-Saxon coins discovered near the Vatican reveal new evidence for Rome’s medieval English community and its connections with England.
Nearly 600 Medieval Manuscripts from German Monasteries Now Online
Nearly 600 medieval manuscripts from the German monasteries of Heilsbronn and Sankt Jobst have been digitised and made available to explore online.
Greece to Return Remains of Medieval Tsar Samuel to Bulgaria
Greece will return the remains of medieval Tsar Samuel to Bulgaria in an agreement that will also see 48 religious artefacts returned to Greece.
Why the Crusaders Needed a Navy
Why did the Crusaders need naval power? Steve Tibble examines the sieges of Arsuf and how control of the sea could determine success in the Crusades.
Early Medieval Cemetery Discovered in Tuscany
Archaeologists in Tuscany have uncovered ten early medieval burials at Rusellae, offering new evidence about the city during the Lombard period.
The Nine Worthies: Who Were the Greatest Knights of the Middle Ages?
The Nine Worthies brought together King Arthur, Charlemagne, Alexander the Great and other legendary figures as medieval models of chivalry.
Norse Book Club: The Saga of Burnt Njal
A new online course from Irina-Maria Manea offers a deep dive into Njal’s Saga. This six-week course begins October 6th, with live sessions each Tuesday from 4:00 to 5:30 pm Eastern U.S. time.
Medieval Arab Coins Found Near Viking Trading Centre in Poland
Early medieval Arab silver coins discovered in northern Poland may shed new light on trade routes connected with the Viking-Age settlement of Truso.
20 Pieces of Medieval Wisdom to Live By
Discover 20 pieces of medieval wisdom from ninth-century scholar al-Rayḥānī, offering timeless advice on friendship, ambition, learning and life.
The Earliest Use of the F-word
Discover the earliest known use of the F-word, found in a medieval English court record from 1310, and other early examples of the notorious word.
The Broigne: What Armour Do You See in the Bayeux Tapestry?
A new look at the armour of the Bayeux Tapestry explores the medieval broigne, its construction, archaeological evidence and role in Norman warfare.
New Discoveries Made at Medieval City in Kazakhstan
Archaeologists excavating the medieval city of Kesken-Kuyuk in Kazakhstan have uncovered new structures, altar sites and evidence of rebuilding.
Medieval Spire of Glasgow Cathedral to Be Dismantled and Rebuilt
Glasgow Cathedral’s 15th-century medieval spire will be partially dismantled and rebuilt during a major three-year conservation project.
No Wizard Can Defeat Christ: Magic and Christianity in the Roman Empire
Explore how Christianity confronted magic in the late Roman Empire, from Constantine’s laws against sorcery to Augustine’s ideas about superstition.
The Battle of Campaldino (1289)
Florence and its allies faced the forces of Arezzo in one of the most important battles of medieval Tuscany. In this episode of Bow & Blade, Michael and Kelly discuss the Battle of Campaldino and the fighting that brought Dante Alighieri onto the battlefield.
The Art of the Empire of Nicaea, with Naomi Pitamber
A conversation with Naomi Pitamber about the art and architecture of the empire of Nicaea (Nikaia), the Roman state that emerged in Asia Minor after the disaster of 1204.
Medieval Norse Church Discovered in Greenland
The archaeologists were overjoyed when the grave and thus the church were finally confirmed on the second-to-last day of the excavation. In the middle is Christian Edelfelt Koch Madsen. Photo: Ellen Frederiksen.
How Do You Preserve a Viking Ship for 1,000 More Years?
Researchers in Denmark are studying how Viking ships and other ancient wooden vessels can be preserved while reducing the energy needed for museum climate control.
Medieval Manuscript Linked to St. Francis of Assisi Goes on Display
A rare 12th-century manuscript linked to St. Francis of Assisi goes on display at the Walters Art Museum, marking 800 years since his death.
Medieval Building Discovered on Norwegian Island
Archaeologists on Norway’s Selja island have discovered a substantial building that could reveal more about life beyond its medieval monastery walls.
Skeletons Thought to Be Prehistoric Are Actually Medieval, Study Finds
Three skeletons long thought to be prehistoric have been radiocarbon dated to the 14th and 15th centuries, revealing medieval reuse of Italy’s Grotta Romanelli
Korea’s Oldest Firearm Discovered During Landmine Search
A small bronze firearm discovered during a landmine search in South Korea has been identified as the country’s oldest surviving gunpowder weapon.