A book on medieval diplomacy, it is a case study of Carolingian relations with the Islamic world, particularly the Abbasids in the Middle East and the Umayyads in Iberia. It is a fascinating… Read More

The Bishops of La Seu D’Urgell La Seu D’Urgell is situated in the centre of a plain surrounded by mountains and has, since time immemorial , played a notable role as crossroads… Read More

Summary: 28 min Book reading time: 6h08 Score: 9/10 Book published in: 2023 Access the Summary Database Takeaway At the end of the 11th century, the Church became in… Read More

Photo by ArtHouse Studio: https://www.pexels.com/photo/stone-portico-of-magnificent-pantheon-in-rome-4558407/Why do we have capital letters? Because the majority of the letters in the alphab… Read More

Introduction Charlemagne, also known as Charles the Great, stands as a monumental figure in European history. His reign, which spanned from 768 AD to 814 AD, witnessed the rise of the Ca… Read More

Discover the awe-inspiring 14 World Famous Domes, from ancient wonders to modern architectural marvels. Unravel the history, design, and significance of these iconic structures. A journey th… Read More

In the annals of European history, the year 800 CE stands as a defining moment that resonates through the ages. It was a year of profound significance, marked by a coronation that would res… Read More

Takeaway: 4 min Summary: 54 min Book reading time: 6h43 Score: 10/10 Book published in: 2015 Access the Summary Database Takeaway After Jesus died, the Apostles w… Read More

When it comes to exploring the beauty and charm of Germany, Frankfurt holds a special place in the hearts of travelers. This vibrant city, known for its towering skyscrapers and bustling fin… Read More

One of the most popular pilgrimage sites in early medieval Rome was the Catacombs of Marcellino and Peter. It has a fascinating history dating back to the fourth century, which includes bein… Read More

The Carolingian QueenI left Rouen after the heavy rainIn my old, black coat, my martyred crown.And in silhouettes where the stars dove downI weaved orphic verse beside the lane.Wandering on… Read More

Step into a world of chivalry, honour, and grandeur as we delve into the best medieval history books available. These compelling reads offer an immersive experience that transports you back… Read More

The Romanesque period of art, spanning from the 10th to the 12th century, was a time of great artistic and architectural development in Europe. This era marked the beginning of a new style… Read More

I just recently finished "The Bright Ages," which as you might guess, is a claim that the Middle Ages weren't all the Dark Ages. Between bad framing, narrow focus and outright errors, I knew… Read More

Explore the rich history of English Literature from its roots in ancient times to the modern era of postmodernism in this comprehensive overview. Join us on a journey through time and explo… Read More

The Merovingian Dynasty was the ruling family of the Franks from roughly 481 when Clovis I ascended the throne of the Salian Franks until 751 when Childeric III was deposed and the Merovingi… Read More

TLDR: Just posted this .stl for 3d printing to Thingiverse at https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5897427. The first coin I posted was of the Lydian Stater, for that see https://krypted.com/th… Read More

LINCHTENSTEIN HISTORY EUROPEAN MICROSTATES The Lichtenstein history timeline: Western Europe, with a territorial extension of 10,365,456 km², is the second smallest continent in the wor… Read More

In the hills of Friuli-Venezia Giulia, tradition has always counted for a great deal. True, the region planted great swathes of international varieties like Sauvignon Blanc in the 20th centu… Read More

 Ecclesiastical Reform in the Eleventh CenturyIntroduction - FOR the first time since the fall of the Western Empire, Europe, during the eleventh century, made rapid progress not subseq… Read More

                            BELGIUM              THE COUNTRY OF EUROPE… Read More

The obverse and reverse sides of the gold coin are indefinitely egg-shaped, on one side of which the head of a wild animal is depicted, and on the other, two rectangular stamps. Stater of t… Read More

Maastricht is the capital of Limburg province in the Netherlands. The city is situated on the southwestern border of the Netherlands with Belgium. It is built on either side of the river Meu… Read More

Most other illuminations show technical advancements helping the fresh new righteous armies out of God while the evil resistance is actually represented as technologically lowerThrough the u… Read More

I lived for almost four years in Luxembourg and was very frustrated not to find a complete and reliable source with all the Roman archaeological sites of the Grand Duchy. To make it short, I… Read More

NovemberIn November 1603, a blood compact (sanduguan) between Maguindanao ruler Kapitan Laut Buisan and the Christianized datus of Leyte was conducted in Dulag, one of the first Spanish miss… Read More

Viking Sword: In March of 2015 a landowner in Orkney, in the Northern Isles of Scotland, found a grave in a sand ridge on his property.  When he contacted archeologists at AOC Archaeolo… Read More

Charlemagne: Father of Europe – DOCUMENTARY Charlemagne was king of the Franks, and emperor of western Christendom. Out of the turmoil of the Early Middle Ages, he united the bulk of… Read More