From King John to Henry III: The Dramatic Succession That Shaped Medieval england
The death of King John in October 1216 marked one of the most dramatic turning points in English history. His…
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Girl Power IV – Nicholaa de la Haye
In the year 1217 Lincoln castle was under siege by rebel barons led by the French Prince Louis, he thought…
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When is a Civil War not a Civil War?
Usually when it is mis-named or conveniently forgotten. Take the Parliamentary war, or the Great Rebellion – 1642 to 1651…
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Writing Medieval Violence: Battle for England
Writing about conflict, you aren’t just writing about swords and shields and chaos; you are writing about the horror of…
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Reimagining Queen Berengaria’s Life
History tends to celebrate kings, warriors, and conquerors, but the relatives who stand by them—queens, consorts, and companions—are sometimes lost…
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How Henry III’s Story Shaped 13th-Century England
The tenure of Henry III (1216–1272) stands out as one of, if not the longest, in English history but is…
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Myth vs. Fact: Robert’s Crusade Adventures
The Crusades are one of the most interesting and controversial subjects in the Middle Ages. From amongst the host of…
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How Battles Are Reimagined in Wars of Magna Carta
Have you ever thought about medieval battles with knights and strategic planning? Having the power to change the fate of…
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The Myths of History – and the Truths
Some of the more enduring myths of history concern the role of women, especially in the middle ages, however this…
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Coming soon the story of a boy crowned King of England – aged nine.
When King John died in Newark castle on 19 October 1216 he left behind a mess of his own making. He…
