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Ancient British History

    Welcome to the fascinating and mist-shrouded world of Ancient British History. The historian’s task is frustrating but exhilarating, deciphering old manuscripts, exploring Roman ruins, and following the trail of the elusive King Arthur. All these things are found herein–the columns explore Britain from the Bronze Age to the Norman Conquest. Come on and in and enjoy!

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    The Pictish Connection in Arthurian History

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    Celtic contributions to Arthurian history were examined and found to be perhaps difficult to substantiate. Pictish connections to Arthurian history are a bit easier...

    Bronze Age Cremation Pits Discovered

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    Sometimes, archaelogists have to wait to deliver good news. Theories are all well and good, but results are needed to back them up. Well,...

    Aethelred the Unready

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    It is likely that many British schoolchildren, past and present, will recognize the name of Aethelred the Unready (if only because it’s such an...

    Boudicca: A Woman Warlord’s Rebellion

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    The Iceni rebellion, with Boudicca at the helm, had its roots in the Roman struggles in Gaul. Beginning with Julius Caesar, the Romans battled...

    Edmund the Magnificent: A great (young) warrior

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    With the death of Athelstan came the kingship of Edmund, keeping the throne all in the family, so to speak. Poor Edmund didn’t have very...

    No Eyewitnesses: A Historical Difficulty

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    Arthur, historians believe, lived in the 4th and/or 5th centuries. The exact dates depend on the dates given for the most important events in...

    The Chariot: Ancient Britons’ Armored Personnel Carrier

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    One element of warfare in ancient Britain that doesn’t get much press these days is the use of the chariot in battle. The common...

    Vikings: Mobile Fighting Machines

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    One thing the Vikings did seemingly better than the Saxons was fight on the run. By this is meant that the Vikings (and Norsemen)...

    Harald Hardrada: A New Iron Fist Arrives

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    In 1016, the same year that Canute invaded England and claimed the throne for himself, Harald Hardrada was born in Norway. (Actually, he didn’t...

    Ancient Festivals of the Celts

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    The new year began with the festival of Samhain. (Actually, it should be said here that the Celtic year was based on farming patterns...
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