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Murder Holes, Machicolations, and Other Medieval Warfare Facts
The Middle Ages saw major technological, cultural, and social developments, which in turn led to major transformations in the nature of warfare and military tactics. Advances in metallurgy brought about changes in…
American History
Losing Ground: 6 of the Most Controversial Retreats in Military History
There’s no escaping the fact that retreats are a natural and necessary part of warfare. When one army gains ground…
Middle Ages
The Bloody Throne: 5 Key Battles of the Hundred Years’ War
Despite the name, the Hundred Years’ War between England and France actually lasted 116 years (1337-1453). It was an intermittent…
General
On This Day In History: St Joan of Arc Was Handed Over To The English
On this day in history, Joan of Arc was captured in battle and she was handed over by French rebels…