Wars and Battles

Who Invented the Chariot?

Hayden Chakra - June 10, 2024 0

The earliest recorded stage of the use of chariots is the Sintashta culture - 4100 years ago. So how did it rise to prominence?

People

The Red Baron – The World’s Greatest Pilot?

Hayden Chakra - May 6, 2024 0

Was the Red Baron the greatest pilot that took to the skies? He is a known legend that fought for Germany in WW1.

Medieval History

History of the Firearm and How it Changed Warfare

Hayden Chakra - December 18, 2022 0

The "firearm" was invented in China in the 13th century for celebration or for signaling. The Chinese used gunpowder in the following centuries without ever testing it on the battlefield.

Wars and Battles

Biggest Misconceptions About European Knights And Crusaders

Hayden Chakra - December 10, 2022 0

Here we list some of the biggest misconceptions that people had about European knights and crusdaers during the medieval period.

Wars and Battles

History Of British Battle Equipment Over 1000 Years

Hayden Chakra - December 3, 2022 0

From 1066 to 2014, we have created a short gallery of images depicting the many items soldiers had to carry to war.

Wars and Battles

The History of Swords – Rise, Decline and Resurgence

Hayden Chakra - November 14, 2022 0

The history of swords is not as you would expect – a linear development of popular use.

Wars and Battles

How Armies Manufactured so Many Arrows for a Battle

Hayden Chakra - November 13, 2022 0

There are different types of bows and each bow has its own unique arrow set.

Wars and Battles

How did a Medieval Battle End?

Hayden Chakra - November 12, 2022 0

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

Wars and Battles

What Was the Biggest Army Raised in the Medieval Era

Hayden Chakra - November 7, 2022 0

What Was the Biggest Army Raised in the Medieval Era? As there were many armies and many wars during the medieval era, there are many...

Ancient History

The Year of The 4 Roman Emperors – The Ultimate Fight for Power

Donna Kimbap - October 16, 2022 0

The year of the 4 Emperors took place in 69 A.D. It signified the period in which three leaders had been changed over the...

Wars and Battles

Muslim Conquest of Spain – Battle of Guadalete

Hayden Chakra - October 9, 2022 0

The Muslim Conquest of Spain was one of the most important battles between the Muslims and Christians in the first millennia.

Medieval History

Medieval Longbow – The Most Powerful Weapon For Its Time?

Hayden Chakra - October 5, 2022 0

In the Medieval period, every kingdom was at war, everyone was fighting against everyone and it was just a mess. As technology developed a lot of things changed.