During the dark ages - a historic period following the decline of the Roman Empire and before the European Renaissance Art began reflecting the various conflict, violence and disease related tribulations affecting civilization. As the Renaissance developed these unique Artistic traditions continued to flourish but with new dark direction.
Vikings in popular culture are often viewed as the brutes of the Dark Ages , robbing, raping and pillaging people and goods. However, an analysis of their perso
Many history enthusiasts probably know that the Middle ages that were sometimes referred to as 'Dark ages' were not so dark. In fact, these were the times when people started building castles - majestic and complex buildings, intended to be a safe retreat in the case of attack. Normans were the leading castle-builders of the period, having started building their constructions on the forts left by the Romans.
In the 11th century, no warrior stood taller than the knights of Normandy. Esteemed as the most dangerous heavy cavalry in Europe, the Normans ventured forth from their northern French duchy to car…
The Middle Ages, in their philosophy and theology, were the true "Age of Reason." Our own day, for all of our science, relies more on "faith." So says David Breitenbeck, though he doesn't quite have the right definition of "faith."
Yesterday was crazy busy here. Both girls had appointments at the eye doc. Both girls will be getting new glasses. SIGH….. Seems their vision is getting worse. BOTH OF THEM!!! Deanna is going…
You will discover here stories curated from archaeological finds, historical events, war, conspiracy, dark history and ancient mysteries. Some parts are intriguing, some are creepy, while some tragic, but all that's very interesting.
For nearly 500 years, the purple-clad emperors of Byzantium were guarded on the battlefield and in their porphyry palace by an axe-wielding body of fierce Viking warriors: The Varangian Guard! The …
A windswept headland off the Atlantic coast of Cornwall, Tintagel is a land shrouded in myth. Associated with the legend of King Arthur since the 12th
À Noisy-le-Grand, Seine-Saint-Denis, en préalable à la construction de deux immeubles d'habitation, un diagnostic a été prescrit par les services de l'État (Drac/service régional de l'Archéologie) afin de vérifier le potentiel archéologique du terrain.
The clothing styles of medieval Europe in the early Middle Ages (aka Dark Ages) did not change rapidly, and garments were plain but distinguished by fine fabrics.
Danger in the dark (Benoit Dufour, Dragon Radieux 12, November 1987)
Discover the beauty and history of medieval art through Gothic architecture, illuminated manuscripts, and tales of knights and dragons.
In all honesty, I should give thanks to the mortals. The more they turn from you the more your influence wanes. This is their time, father. Not yours. They can advance without a divine hand to guide them. And this doesn't just apply to you and the rest of the Olympians. But to all gods. You needn't perceive me as a threat to the order. This is simply reorganization. By prophecy.Invictus Invictus, also known as the Demogorgon, is the son of Zeus and Metis who is prophesied to bring about the Seco
20 Hilariously Relatable Classical Art Memes That Perfectly Capture Dating in the Social Media Age - We share because we care. A resource for sharing the latest memes, jokes and real stuff about parenting, relationships, food, and recipes
Haunting whimsy from the Golden Age of illustration.
Unique among the territories of the Western Roman Empire in the 5th century, Britain succeeded in holding back and even reversing the tide of Germanic conquest for nearly two centuries. This was an…
Jonas De Ro is a Belgian concept artist, currently residing in the United Kingdom. In this article, we will take a look at some of our favorite work from his...
Crazed French pirateyness http://neveu.blog4ever.com/mega-pirate-a-pau
Debunking the myth of Middle Ages as a time of backwardness
D&D Maps, Guides to Maps, tokens, stories and more!
The Middle Ages, also known as the Medieval Era, is generally denoted as the period of human history between the fall of the Western Roman Empire and the starts of the Renaissance, the Age of Discovery, and the Early Modern Era in general. Roughly speaking, this period encapsulates European history…
Tolkien’s “Beowulf.”
Discover the most scandalous events in the Middle Ages as we delve into the mysterious medieval world. Read here for more details.
