At its core the “hero” is the figure who steps out of ordinary society, confronts chaos or a monster, and…
These are raised platforms created first and foremost for cult, procession, assembly or conversion—not for fortification or routine boundary-making. They…
Even in a rural community of mainly farmers, there are often reasons to wish to build or create a structure…
The ard, also known as a scratch plough, represents one of the earliest forms of agricultural technology used by the…
The similarities between the names Cambre, Cambria, Cumbria, and Cymru (the native Welsh name for Wales) have been noted by…
The Border Reivers were a formidable force in the history of Britain, particularly during the tumultuous period from the late…
Syncretism is where two or more differing beliefs become merged. In England, this first happened under Roman rule, where many…
The Lawson-Tancred family, with its roots deeply embedded in English history, boasts several notable figures who have made significant contributions…
This article introduces the concept of houses that embody a dynasty of influence and control, driven by feudal and familial…