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The 10 Grusome Steps of the William Wallace Death

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After the execution of William Wallace, his body was cut into four pieces and shown around the country to demonstrate what would happen to rebels.
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The Great Famine in Ireland (1845-1849)

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Before the “Great Famine” As a result of the English colonization of the XII — XVIII centuries and repressive anti-Catholic laws of the indigenous Irish...
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The Stories Of 5 Extremely Respected Female Warriors

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Of course, The Maid of Orléans is one of the most remarkable figures in history: of any kind, of any gender, of any age.
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The 2 Most Notorious Medieval Gangs That You Have Never Heard Of

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A generation later after their deaths, the Folvilles were celebrated as Robin Hood-like outlaws who righted the wrongs of bad government.
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What Did Peasants do for Entertainment in the Middle Ages?

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Ever wondered what peasants did for entertainment in the Middle Ages? Most villages at the time had a gathering place in the center of town. People...
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Priests and Their Role in the Middle Ages

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During the Middle Ages, the clergy and the Church were very influential. The kings appointed members of the clergy including the bishops and priests. In return,...

Greatest Historical Leaders From Asia That You Must Know About

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1) Genghis Khan: The most well-known asian leaders in history is none other but Genghis Khan. Born Temujin and into a noble family from a clan...

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How Armies Manufactured so Many Arrows for a Battle

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There are different types of bows and each bow has its own unique arrow set.
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How did a Medieval Battle End?

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Have you ever wondered what happens after the battle was over?

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Twins in History – A Blessing or a Curse?

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The birth of twins isn't something unusual. Historically, it was accepted in many cultures.
Glima The Nordic Martial Art Practiced by the Vikings

Glima – The Nordic Martial Art Practiced by the Vikings

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What is Glima? Glima is a Scandinavian martial arts system used by the fearless Vikings. Strength wasn't the only way to dominate your opponent even...

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How did a Medieval Battle End?

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How different were Swedish, Danish and Norwegian Vikings?

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Ghana, Mali, and Songhai, Three of the Greatest Western African Trading States

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5 of The Best Medieval Movies of All Time

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Throughout time, people have imagined and tried to recreate the past through paintings, architecture, poetry, music, and novels. In the 21st century, the film industry has defined Medieval history more than any other book or painting.
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Priests and Their Role in the Middle Ages

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The History of Swords – Rise, Decline and Resurgence

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The history of swords is not as you would expect – a linear development of popular use.
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How did a Medieval Battle End?

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The Ten Deadliest Natural Disasters in History

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10. Great Tangshan earthquake The Tangshan earthquake, also known as the Great Tangshan earthquake, was a natural disaster that occurred on July 28, 1976. It is believed to be...
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England’s Top 7 Castles Worth Checking Out

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The Deep Roots of Marijuana in Our History

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There is a source that indicates the history of marijuana goes back to around 2700 B.C in the ancient world.
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The Terrible & Ineffective Ways On How Women From the Middle Ages Avoided Getting Pregnant

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