The Black Death and Vampires
The year was 1347 CE when the menace first entered the population. It crept in silently with the rats and no one was aware...
Dracula: The Black Death And The Origins Of The Vampire Legend
Vampires and vampire wannabes, as they are portrayed in contemporary culture and literature, are elegant creatures. They have it all: nice dental implants, great...
The Valkyries: Guides to Valhala
The concept of the Valkyrie in Norse mythology evolved over time. At first they were creepy spirits of death that hovered carrion-like over the...
Medieval Arts: Falconry
This came from a post that Douglas Trapp posted on my facebook group, Medieval Facts. Douglas is the Master Falconer at Medieval Times Dallas...
History of Easter Eggs
Easter eggs are ubiquitous this time of year, ranging from chocolate delicacies to hard-boiled coloured eggs. The history of this ancient symbol is...
Origins of April Fools Day
April Fools Day is known as a day for practical jokes and pranksters. The holiday dates back several centuries to the Middle Ages.
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History of Valentine Cards
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and soon men, women, and children of all ages will pick out valentines to send to their...
Celtic Christmas Traditions
Over the centuries, the holiday traditions evolved and morphed into the festival Christmas is today. Of course the commercialization is the most recent development...
Christmas Season in Dark Ages and Medieval Time
Developing from Celtic and Roman times, through the Dark and into the Middle Ages, or Medieval time, the Christmas season was celebrated from Hallow's...