LOVELAND, Colo. — Pinned against a wooden rail, battered with axes, the knight staggered. Two attackers, clad in armor from head to toe, tried to kick his legs from under him. There was a flash ...

In this historic setting, you'll also find acres of parklands with wild ponies, sheep, and ancient trees, along with a ...

Archaeologists find a rare piece of armor at the site of the 17th-century fort at St. Mary’s, the first White settlement in Maryland. Accessibility statement Skip to main content.

Wearing armor cost medieval knights twice the energy of fighting unencumbered, ... At the gym: A modern re-enactor walks on a treadmill in a full suit of 15th century armor.

A strange dagger with testicle-shaped orbs unearthed at a medieval Swedish fortress likely offered additional force for its wielder to damage opponents’ armour, archaeologists say.. The 15th ...

Pieces of 17th-century armour were stolen after hanging in a church for more than 400 years – and may have been missing for up to four months. All Sections. News you can trust since 1754.

Researchers in Switzerland have recreated the activities of a 15th century knight, and found that armour actually allowed for almost full range of both natural and combat motions.

The savvy medieval historian knows that it’s pure myth that knights needed to be hoisted into their saddles because of their heavy armor. However, one can’t help but wonder how warriors could ...

Archaeologists initially found a medieval weaving cellar that burnned down during the 14th century, ... A 14th-century gauntlet of armor was discovered recently by archaeologists in Switzerland.