http://historymedren.about.com/ Medieval History http://historymedren.about.com/b/2008/05/07/looted-medieval-cross-returned-to-heirs.htm The crucifix that was discovered in a trash bin a few years ago by a woman in Zell am See, Austria, has been returned to the heirs of the owner... http://historymedren.about.com/b/2008/05/07/looted-medieval-cross-returned-to-heirs.htm 2008-05-07T23:21:08Z http://historymedren.about.com/b/2008/05/04/treasure-for-historians.htm Yes, there were coins, and yes, there was jewelry uncovered at the site near Dereham, where archaeologists have been exploring the future location of a housing development before construction begins.... http://historymedren.about.com/b/2008/05/04/treasure-for-historians.htm 2008-05-04T16:13:39Z http://historymedren.about.com/b/2008/05/01/happy-may-day.htm In the Middle Ages, the first day of May was cause for the celebration of the return of spring. Festivities included gathering flowers and green branches, weaving garlands, and... http://historymedren.about.com/b/2008/05/01/happy-may-day.htm 2008-05-01T00:01:12Z http://historymedren.about.com/b/2008/04/29/stash-of-medieval-silver-coins-discovered-in-sweden.htm While exploring the site of the 17th-century Battle of Lund, nine-year-old Alexander Granhof uncovered some verdigris-coated coins. The next day, archaeologists from the National Heritage Board found two clay vessels... http://historymedren.about.com/b/2008/04/29/stash-of-medieval-silver-coins-discovered-in-sweden.htm 2008-04-29T23:08:45Z http://historymedren.about.com/b/2008/04/25/heraldry-quiz-iii-uncommon-heraldic-terms.htm Think you know your Heraldry? This challenging quiz will test your knowledge of some uncommon heraldic terms. If you'd like to start with something a little easier, try our Basic... http://historymedren.about.com/b/2008/04/25/heraldry-quiz-iii-uncommon-heraldic-terms.htm 2008-04-25T00:01:44Z http://historymedren.about.com/b/2008/04/24/news-roundup-9.htm Here are some news items related to the Middle Ages I think you'll find interesting: Medieval timbers undergo restoration Timbers from medieval bridges in Leicestershire are being restored by immersing them in... http://historymedren.about.com/b/2008/04/24/news-roundup-9.htm 2008-04-24T00:29:55Z http://historymedren.about.com/b/2008/04/17/medieval-dentistry.htm A couple of weeks ago I broke a tooth, setting off a series of visits to my dentist. This, of course, led me to wonder about the state of dentistry... http://historymedren.about.com/b/2008/04/17/medieval-dentistry.htm 2008-04-17T02:30:30Z http://historymedren.about.com/b/2008/04/09/viking-activity.htm This week there has been a handful of news items regarding the Vikings: Viking treasure discovered in Sweden A hoard composed mainly of Arabic coins was discovered near Sweden's main international airport.... http://historymedren.about.com/b/2008/04/09/viking-activity.htm 2008-04-09T21:54:30Z http://historymedren.about.com/b/2008/04/02/british-museum-attempts-to-hang-on-to-astrolabe.htm A 14th-century piece of science history may leave public ownership if the British Museum can't raise £350,000. That's the amount of money a private investor paid at auction for the... http://historymedren.about.com/b/2008/04/02/british-museum-attempts-to-hang-on-to-astrolabe.htm 2008-04-02T22:43:33Z http://historymedren.about.com/b/2008/04/01/april.htm Spring has sprung here in central Texas, and I'm enjoying a multitude of wildflowers in our own front yard. In the Middle Ages, spring was a time to gather flowers,... http://historymedren.about.com/b/2008/04/01/april.htm 2008-04-01T00:01:16Z