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An ancient game known as "hnefatafl" held immense symbolic and religious significance. The Icelandic saga Hervör and Heidrek abounds with tropes instantly familiar to modern fantasy fans. Regarded as a key influence on classic early-20th century...
Mass graves are fascinating. They are filled with tens, hundreds, thousands, or even millions of people all buried together. These people are usually
How Old is the Ribchester Helmet? The Ribchester Helmet has been dated to between the late 1 st and early 2 nd centuries AD. Although a Roman cavalryman used the helmet, it is clear that it was not meant to be worn in actual combat. This is due to the helmet’s fine workmanship and rich ornamentation, which would have made it impractical on the field of battle. The Ribchester Helmet was made using copper alloy and consists of a cavalry helmet with a visor in the form of a human face. The helmet is decorated with reliefs depicting a skirmish between infantry and cavalry. It is believed th...