Middle Ages Archive

Why Were Uncomfortable Poulaines High Fashion During The Middle Ages?

AncientPages.com | February 19, 2025

Conny Waters - AncientPages.com - You have probably seen people wearing shoes with extremely long toes in many Medieval paintings. These pointed shoes, whose tips could extend from

‘Throughout All Days And Nights, Forever’: Could An 11th-Century Contract Show Same-Sex Marriage In Medieval Spain?

AncientPages.com | August 23, 2024

AncientPages.com - In 1061, two men, Pedro Díaz and Munio Vandilaz, signed a legal agreement in which they undertook to share the management of the house and church

Cats In The Middle Ages: What Medieval Manuscripts Teach Us About Our Ancestors’ Pets

AncientPages.com | December 24, 2022

AncientPages.com - Cats had a bad reputation in the middle ages. Their presumed links with paganism and witchcraft meant they were often treated with suspicion. But despite their association with the supernatural,

Ancient Mysteries

Controversial Prehistoric Structures That Resisted Water And Extreme Weather Conditions

AncientPages.com | June 27, 2018

A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - These ancient buildings have long been a subject of scientific curiosity. Interestingly, the prehistoric structures we discuss this time, resisted water and extreme weather

Archaeology

History Of Middle Ages Altarpieces Has Been Re-Written

AncientPages.com | March 10, 2018

AncientPages.com - Every now and then scientists discover something that forces them to re-write history. This has just happened in the case of Middle Ages altarpieces. It has long

Archaeology

Unusual Medieval Knife Used Like An Eraser Discovered In Poland

AncientPages.com | February 16, 2018

AncientPages.com - It took months to write a book during the Middle Ages. Most medieval manuscripts, illuminated or not, were written on parchment. Paper wasn't available in Europe until

Strange Encounter With A Dead Medieval Army In Normandy – Or Were They Visitors From A Parallel World?

AncientPages.com | November 5, 2017

Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - Many people today believe in the existence of ghosts and spirits. Our ancestors shared many of these beliefs, and ancient cultures across the

Archaeology

Unique Medieval Horsemen Sculptures Made By Unknown Creators In India – Puzzling Discovery In The Himalayas

AncientPages.com | October 23, 2017

Ellen Lloyd - AncientPages.com - Scientists are confronted with an intriguing Medieval puzzle. It’s the first time ever such sculptures have been found in India, but who made

Archaeology

Surprising Discovery Reveals Why Medieval Graves Were Re-Opened – Stealing Was Not The Purpose

AncientPages.com | May 24, 2017

AncientPages.com - During the Middle Ages, many graves were re-opened. It has previously been assumed that this was because thieves wanted to steal valuable items such as jewellery and

Archaeology

Medieval Rich People Unknowingly Poisoned Themselves With Lead And Other Hazardous Heavy Metals

AncientPages.com | November 29, 2015

AncientPages.com - A new study suggests that medieval people were exposed to hazardous heavy metals like lead, which was frequently used to glaze pottery. The poor, who could not

Ancient Mysteries

Rocket Launch Into Space At Sibiu, Romania Took Place In 1555 – Sibiu Manuscript

AncientPages.com | May 29, 2014

AncientPages.com - Many forgotten ancient manuscripts are kept secret and out of sight in dusty basements of libraries in different parts of the world. In 1961, Doru Todericiu, Professor