Medieval World: Culture & Conflict

On the cover: In the aftermath of the Battle of Hattin, Crusader prince Raynald of Châtillon meets a bloody fate at the hands of Saladin, as a terrified Guy of Lusignan watches. More about the dramatic Battle of Hattin in MW VII.4: karwansaraypublishers.com/products/mw-is…

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Fighting and conquering various peoples, Charlemagne embarked on numerous military campaigns. His achievements in expanding his territory and spreading Christianity earned him the title Father of Europe. Read about his military prowess in MW V.2: karwansaraypublishers.com/products/mw-is…

#OTD in 1314, Jacques de Molay, the last Grand Master of the Knights Templar, was burned at the stake in Paris, 2 years after the Order had been abolished by papal decree. MW VI.5 looked at the beginnings and today’s legacy of the Knights Templar: karwansaraypublishers.com/products/mw-is…

It is quite possibly one of the most important battles in the history of early medieval England was the Battle of Brunanburh. Yet, its location has never been decisively determined. In MW X.3, we examined this mystery and tried to get answers: karwansaraypublishers.com/products/mw-is…

The centerfold: At the Battle of Zarnowitz, a charge by the Teutonic Order breaks the Polish cavalry formation. Despite their bravery, the Teutonic Knights would lose the battle. More about their decline during the Thirteen Years’ War in MW II.2: karwansaraypublishers.com/products/mw-is…

On the cover: A dramatic scene at a medieval joust, as two knights clash. These events were not just entertaining spectacles: they were a way for men to prove their skill and honor, and to gain everlasting fame. All about jousting in MW VII.3: karwansaraypublishers.com/products/mw-is…

In 1169, Anglo-Norman forces landed in Ireland and began their invasion of the Emerald Isle. This marked the beginning of centuries-long English and British involvement in Ireland. Read all about how this watershed moment unfolded in MW VI.4: karwansaraypublishers.com/products/mw-is…

#OTD in 604, Gregory I, Pope since 590, passed away. Under his rule, the power of the Church grew, and missions were sent to convert distant populations to Christianity. For all these achievements, Gregory was declared a saint after his death.

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At the Battle of Kōnodai in 1538, during a particularly violent era in Japanese history, Hōjō Ujitsuna defeated Satomi Yoshitaka. 26 years later, the sons of these men would face each other at another Battle of Kōnodai. MW XI.2 has the story: karwansaraypublishers.com/products/mw-is…

For issue XI.6 of Medieval Warfare, a group of historians analyzed 100s of sieges from the Hundred Years’ War in an attempt to identify common patterns. Interested in knowing what they discovered from this unique research? Read about it in MW XI.6: karwansaraypublishers.com/products/mw-is…

Back issue spotlight: This week, we’ll be taking a look at issue XI.6 of Medieval Warfare Magazine. This issue was all about one of Medieval Europe’s most important wars: the Hundred Years’ War, and the sieges fought in it. Get your copy here: karwansaraypublishers.com/products/mw-is…

The centerfold: Joan of Arc is wounded by an arrow during an assault on a castle. Despite this, she continues encouraging the men-at-arms to keep fighting, allowing them to achieve victory. MW IV.2 was all about medieval female warriors: karwansaraypublishers.com/products/mw-is…

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#OTD in 1054, Yaroslav I, Grand Prince of Kyiv, passed away. He is said to have lived a virtuous life, earning him the title "the Wise", and was respected both militarily and culturally. For more about the history of Kievan Rus', check out MWCC 2: karwansaraypublishers.com/products/medie…

Despite being king of England, Richard the Lionheart spent most of his time abroad. Venturing through Sicily, Cyprus, and the Holy Land, Richard’s campaigns in the Mediterranean earned him lasting fame. All about the king’s adventures in MW IV.5: karwansaraypublishers.com/products/mw-is…

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I am Saxon - a new blog post at Medieval World karwansaraypublishers.com/blogs/medieval…

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