Articles related to "Anglo Saxon"
The Anglo Saxon Calendar
Although our knowledge of Anglo-Saxon culture is very limited, thanks to Bede, we do know the names of the 10 Anglo-Saxon months.
anglo-saxon calendar • anglo-saxon year • anglo-saxon months • anglo-saxon culture • giuli
Although our knowledge of Anglo-Saxon culture is very limited, thanks to Bede, we do know the names of the 10 Anglo-Saxon months.
anglo-saxon calendar • anglo-saxon year • anglo-saxon months • anglo-saxon culture • giuli
The British Monarchy – Offa of Mercia
Offa was the King of Mercia from 757 until his death in July, 796. Offa came to the throne during a period of civil war following the assassination King Aethelbald.
anglo saxon • anglo saxon chronicle • anglo saxon history • anglo saxon chronicles • the anglo saxon chronicle
Offa was the King of Mercia from 757 until his death in July, 796. Offa came to the throne during a period of civil war following the assassination King Aethelbald.
anglo saxon • anglo saxon chronicle • anglo saxon history • anglo saxon chronicles • the anglo saxon chronicle
The British Monarchy- Ethelwulf of Wessex
Ethelwulf was the oldest son of King Egbert and ruled Wessex on behalf of his father, starting in 825.
the british monarcy ethelwulf of wessex • the second king of wessex • ethelwulf king egbert • ethelwulf in the anglo-saxon chronicle • ethelwulf viking raids
Ethelwulf was the oldest son of King Egbert and ruled Wessex on behalf of his father, starting in 825.
the british monarcy ethelwulf of wessex • the second king of wessex • ethelwulf king egbert • ethelwulf in the anglo-saxon chronicle • ethelwulf viking raids
Life With the Anglo-Saxons
What was it like to live in Anglo Saxon times? Step on in and find out.
anglo saxon life • anglo saxon instruments • anglo-saxon entertainment • beowulf • anglo saxon houses
What was it like to live in Anglo Saxon times? Step on in and find out.
anglo saxon life • anglo saxon instruments • anglo-saxon entertainment • beowulf • anglo saxon houses
The Other Way 'Round
J.R.R. Tolkien learned about philology and mythology through the study of Greek literature. What does Middle-earth owe to his lifelong interest in the Classics? How did he bring classical and medieval literature and poetry together to create a modern literary tradition which he so uniquely defines?
beowulf • the fall of troy • the iliad • the epic cycle • homer
J.R.R. Tolkien learned about philology and mythology through the study of Greek literature. What does Middle-earth owe to his lifelong interest in the Classics? How did he bring classical and medieval literature and poetry together to create a modern literary tradition which he so uniquely defines?
beowulf • the fall of troy • the iliad • the epic cycle • homer
The Anglo-Saxon Warrior
From the fall of Roman Britain, to the coming of the Normans, the warrior culture of the Anglo-Saxons ruled Britain.
anglo-saxon warrior • anglo-saxon armor • anglo-saxon weapons • anglo-saxon sword • anglo-saxon spear
From the fall of Roman Britain, to the coming of the Normans, the warrior culture of the Anglo-Saxons ruled Britain.
anglo-saxon warrior • anglo-saxon armor • anglo-saxon weapons • anglo-saxon sword • anglo-saxon spear
A True Miracle? Maybe Only in the Telling
Was Pope Leo III really muted and blinded? The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle says so. Read further to gain context and commentary.
pope leo iii • anglo-saxon chronicle • anglo-saxon england • ancient british history
Was Pope Leo III really muted and blinded? The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle says so. Read further to gain context and commentary.
pope leo iii • anglo-saxon chronicle • anglo-saxon england • ancient british history
Alfred: Bringer of Knowledge
Alfred the Great promoted education and learning among his people. In this, he saw far into the future, when England would be united.
alfred the great • anglo-saxons • anglo-saxon england • ancient british history
Alfred the Great promoted education and learning among his people. In this, he saw far into the future, when England would be united.
alfred the great • anglo-saxons • anglo-saxon england • ancient british history
Buried Treasure Found in England
The dream of every person with a metal detector is to find a stash of buried treasure; for Terry Herbert the dream has come true.
staffordshire hoard • anglo-saxon treasure • metal detectors • treasure hunters • archeological find
The dream of every person with a metal detector is to find a stash of buried treasure; for Terry Herbert the dream has come true.
staffordshire hoard • anglo-saxon treasure • metal detectors • treasure hunters • archeological find
Eadred: Controlled Rage in a King
Eadred's reign as King of England was marked by battles against the uprising-happy Northumbrians.
eadred • king eadred • anglo-saxon kings • anglo-saxon england • ancient british history
Eadred's reign as King of England was marked by battles against the uprising-happy Northumbrians.
eadred • king eadred • anglo-saxon kings • anglo-saxon england • ancient british history
Edmund the Magnificent: A great (young) warrior
Edmund the Magnificent had a brief but outstanding reign, resolidifying the gains of his father and grandfather.
edmund the magnificent • edmund i • anglo-saxon kings • anglo-saxon england • ancient british history
Edmund the Magnificent had a brief but outstanding reign, resolidifying the gains of his father and grandfather.
edmund the magnificent • edmund i • anglo-saxon kings • anglo-saxon england • ancient british history
Heavenly Happenings in Anglo-Saxon Times
The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle has some interesting mentions of comets, eclipses, and other heavenly happenings.
anglo-saxon chronicle • anglo-saxon england • ancient british history
The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle has some interesting mentions of comets, eclipses, and other heavenly happenings.
anglo-saxon chronicle • anglo-saxon england • ancient british history
Sutton Hoo and the Staffordshire Hoard
Sutton Hoo is regarded as the most important archaeological source for anglo-saxon Britain. A new hoard recently discovered in Staffordshire, however, could provide a cha
sutton hoo • anglo saxon • angle • saxon • archaeology
Sutton Hoo is regarded as the most important archaeological source for anglo-saxon Britain. A new hoard recently discovered in Staffordshire, however, could provide a cha
sutton hoo • anglo saxon • angle • saxon • archaeology
Sutton Hoo: Treasure Trove of Saxon Culture
Sutton Hoo is a burial ground that houses a wealth of artifacts (including the outline of a large wooden ship) that give us a glimpse into Anglo-Saxon life in the 7th century.
sutton hoo • anglo-saxon life • anglo-saxon ship • raedwald • ancient british history
Sutton Hoo is a burial ground that houses a wealth of artifacts (including the outline of a large wooden ship) that give us a glimpse into Anglo-Saxon life in the 7th century.
sutton hoo • anglo-saxon life • anglo-saxon ship • raedwald • ancient british history
The Anglo-Saxon Penny
In the seventh century, the Anglo-Saxon monetary system transitioned from gold coins to small silver pennies, sometimes misnamed 'sceattas'.
anglo-saxon coins • anglo-saxon penny • anglo-saxon pennies • silver pennies • sceattas
In the seventh century, the Anglo-Saxon monetary system transitioned from gold coins to small silver pennies, sometimes misnamed 'sceattas'.
anglo-saxon coins • anglo-saxon penny • anglo-saxon pennies • silver pennies • sceattas
The Dooms of King Ine
The Dooms (or laws) of King Ine were the first step toward modern common law. This was in the 7th and 8th Centuries.
king ine of wessex • anglo-saxon laws • anglo-saxon england • ancient british history
The Dooms (or laws) of King Ine were the first step toward modern common law. This was in the 7th and 8th Centuries.
king ine of wessex • anglo-saxon laws • anglo-saxon england • ancient british history
What Did the Anglo-Saxons Give Us?
So what did the Anglo-Saxons give us? You might just be surprised.
anglo-saxon legacy • finds • anglo-saxons • shires • counties
So what did the Anglo-Saxons give us? You might just be surprised.
anglo-saxon legacy • finds • anglo-saxons • shires • counties
Writing: A Revolution in Saxon England
Saxons came, conquered, but didn't write anything down. That's why we know so little about the first Saxon centuries in Britain. The victors write the history books; but if they don't write anything, then we have nothing at all.
saxons • anglo-saxons • saxon england • anglo-saxon england • writing
Saxons came, conquered, but didn't write anything down. That's why we know so little about the first Saxon centuries in Britain. The victors write the history books; but if they don't write anything, then we have nothing at all.
saxons • anglo-saxons • saxon england • anglo-saxon england • writing
Tip-toe Through the Toponymy
Tolkien may have left clues about his thoughts on Hobbit history and roots in the Shire place-names and family names. Rohan's linguistic ties to other lands such as Dale and the Shire may also be hidden in simple names like Upbourn and Westfold.
shire toponymy • english toponymy • shire place-names • rohan place-names • rohirric
Tolkien may have left clues about his thoughts on Hobbit history and roots in the Shire place-names and family names. Rohan's linguistic ties to other lands such as Dale and the Shire may also be hidden in simple names like Upbourn and Westfold.
shire toponymy • english toponymy • shire place-names • rohan place-names • rohirric
Tolkien's Time Machine: When Literary Worlds Collide
Most readers agree that The Lord of the Rings is a unique book. And though J.R.R. Tolkien is credited with helping launch the modern fantasy literary genre, there are no other books which approach LoTR in quality and perfection. Why? Could it be that Tolkien was pursuing a goal which no one else has yet attempted?
the lord of the rings • j.r.r. tolkien • middle-earth • medieval romand • heroic romance
Most readers agree that The Lord of the Rings is a unique book. And though J.R.R. Tolkien is credited with helping launch the modern fantasy literary genre, there are no other books which approach LoTR in quality and perfection. Why? Could it be that Tolkien was pursuing a goal which no one else has yet attempted?
the lord of the rings • j.r.r. tolkien • middle-earth • medieval romand • heroic romance
The History of the English Language, Part Two
This article discusses the historical events that impacted the English language between 1066ad-1453ad, including the Black Plague, the Crusades, Chaucer, and the Hundred Years War.
middle english • black plague • black death • crusades • swear words
This article discusses the historical events that impacted the English language between 1066ad-1453ad, including the Black Plague, the Crusades, Chaucer, and the Hundred Years War.
middle english • black plague • black death • crusades • swear words
How to Write Vibrant Fiction
When writing fiction it is usually best to use the Anglo Saxon version of a word rather than the Latin or Greek. What exactly is the difference between these two forms?
learn to write well • writing fiction • creative writing • tips for writing • writing technique
When writing fiction it is usually best to use the Anglo Saxon version of a word rather than the Latin or Greek. What exactly is the difference between these two forms?
learn to write well • writing fiction • creative writing • tips for writing • writing technique
Enter The Anglo-Saxons!
After the Roman Army left Britain around 410 A.D. every man and his dog wanted to invade us. The Anglo Saxons came, saw and most definitely conquered!
anglo saxon • britain • anglo saxon invasion • angles • saxons
After the Roman Army left Britain around 410 A.D. every man and his dog wanted to invade us. The Anglo Saxons came, saw and most definitely conquered!
anglo saxon • britain • anglo saxon invasion • angles • saxons
How to Write Exciting Fiction
When writing fiction, always choose Anglo Saxon based words. They are vivid and vibrant and ignite the reader's imagination and feelings.
creative writing • learn to write fiction • tips for writing • writing technique • editing
When writing fiction, always choose Anglo Saxon based words. They are vivid and vibrant and ignite the reader's imagination and feelings.
creative writing • learn to write fiction • tips for writing • writing technique • editing
The Downfall of the Lore of the Rings
What have Tolkien scholarship and criticism achieved toward sharing an appreciation of The Lord of the Rings? Are literary analysts exploring Tolkien or their own ideals, masked by a veneer of literary exploration?
tolkien • the lord of the rings • middle-earth • tom shippey • anglo-saxon
What have Tolkien scholarship and criticism achieved toward sharing an appreciation of The Lord of the Rings? Are literary analysts exploring Tolkien or their own ideals, masked by a veneer of literary exploration?
tolkien • the lord of the rings • middle-earth • tom shippey • anglo-saxon
The Way of Wyrd Book Review
Brian Bates' book "The Way of Wyrd" tells of the remarkable adventures of an Anglo-Saxon Shaman in the Mysterious world of Ancient England.
brian bates • the way or wyrd • english shamanism • anglo-saxon spirituality • shamanicnovel
Brian Bates' book "The Way of Wyrd" tells of the remarkable adventures of an Anglo-Saxon Shaman in the Mysterious world of Ancient England.
brian bates • the way or wyrd • english shamanism • anglo-saxon spirituality • shamanicnovel
The Weapons of War in Anglo-Saxon England
The Germanic tribes used other weapons and other forms of warfare to their advantage, but the ones discussed above were the main means to the end of conquest, a desire that ran deep in the blood of every Jute, Angle, Saxon.
angles • saxons • jutes • anglo-saxons • anglo-saxon england
The Germanic tribes used other weapons and other forms of warfare to their advantage, but the ones discussed above were the main means to the end of conquest, a desire that ran deep in the blood of every Jute, Angle, Saxon.
angles • saxons • jutes • anglo-saxons • anglo-saxon england
The British Monarchy – Egbert of Wessex
Egbert was king of Wessex during Britain's Early Middle Ages and ruled from 802 until his death in 839.
egbert king of wessex • the first king of england • who was the first king of england • first king of england • king of the franks
Egbert was king of Wessex during Britain's Early Middle Ages and ruled from 802 until his death in 839.
egbert king of wessex • the first king of england • who was the first king of england • first king of england • king of the franks
The Foundation of Hertford 912-913AD
A description of the early years of Hertford and Hertfordshire, and the wars between Saxons and Danes that led to Hertford's foundation.
hertford • hertfordshire • west saxons • danes • vikings
A description of the early years of Hertford and Hertfordshire, and the wars between Saxons and Danes that led to Hertford's foundation.
hertford • hertfordshire • west saxons • danes • vikings
Hexam Abbey in Northumberland England
Located in the market town of Hexam on the River Tyne between Newcastle and Carlisle, the Abbey is one of the main attractions in this area of Northumberland.
hexam abbey northumberland • english cathedral built anglo-saxon era • market town hexam river tyne between newcastle car • what to see hexam abbey • benedictine monastary anglo saxon
Located in the market town of Hexam on the River Tyne between Newcastle and Carlisle, the Abbey is one of the main attractions in this area of Northumberland.
hexam abbey northumberland • english cathedral built anglo-saxon era • market town hexam river tyne between newcastle car • what to see hexam abbey • benedictine monastary anglo saxon
Saxon History Alive at West Stow
Enjoy an excellent family day out at West Stow and the surrounding country park in the East of England where history is brought to life.
west stow • anglo-saxon • reconstructed village • archaeology • archeology
Enjoy an excellent family day out at West Stow and the surrounding country park in the East of England where history is brought to life.
west stow • anglo-saxon • reconstructed village • archaeology • archeology
The Battle of Ashdown
In 871, King Ethelred and Prince Alfred led the army of Wessex to one of the few early victories by the Anglo-Saxon's over the Danish Invaders.
the battle of ashdown • king ethelred • king alfred • prince alfred • danish invasion
In 871, King Ethelred and Prince Alfred led the army of Wessex to one of the few early victories by the Anglo-Saxon's over the Danish Invaders.
the battle of ashdown • king ethelred • king alfred • prince alfred • danish invasion
1066: A Peek at the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle
The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle describes how different sides can see a different story.
anglo-saxon chronicle • ancient british history. ancient england
The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle describes how different sides can see a different story.
anglo-saxon chronicle • ancient british history. ancient england
A Clash of Beliefs: Religion in Anglo-Saxon Britain
The Germanic tribes were used to worshipping gods who helped them achieve material goals. Christianity offered a far different kind of religious structure.
christianity • anglo-saxons • saxons • ancient british history
The Germanic tribes were used to worshipping gods who helped them achieve material goals. Christianity offered a far different kind of religious structure.
christianity • anglo-saxons • saxons • ancient british history
A King Is Burnt to Death: What Caused It?
In 687, King Mul of Kent and 12 of his companions were burnt to death during an uprising. Was it an accident, or was it murder?
king mul of kent • kentish history • anglo-saxon britain • ancient british history
In 687, King Mul of Kent and 12 of his companions were burnt to death during an uprising. Was it an accident, or was it murder?
king mul of kent • kentish history • anglo-saxon britain • ancient british history
Aethelred the Unready
Aethelred assumed the throne of England at a time when someone of Alfred's magnitude and ability was needed. Aethelred had neither.
aethelred • aethelred the unready • canute • sveyn • danegeld
Aethelred assumed the throne of England at a time when someone of Alfred's magnitude and ability was needed. Aethelred had neither.
aethelred • aethelred the unready • canute • sveyn • danegeld
Aethelred the Unready: Part II
Aethelred's last days were filled with remorse and regret.
aethelred • aethelred the unready • danes • anglo-saxons • ancient british history
Aethelred's last days were filled with remorse and regret.
aethelred • aethelred the unready • danes • anglo-saxons • ancient british history
Aethelwulf's Grand Experiment: A New Kind of Succession
Aethelwulf, king of Wessex, had a new idea for regal succession: have ALL of his sons become king before any of their sons could.
aethelwulf • wessex • anglo-saxon england • ancient british history
Aethelwulf, king of Wessex, had a new idea for regal succession: have ALL of his sons become king before any of their sons could.
aethelwulf • wessex • anglo-saxon england • ancient british history
Aethelwulf: Worthy Successor?
Aethelwulf succeeded his father, Egbert, to the throne of Wessex. He suffered even more invasions from Danes and Northmen.
aethelwulf • egbert • wessex • danish invasions • anglo-saxon england
Aethelwulf succeeded his father, Egbert, to the throne of Wessex. He suffered even more invasions from Danes and Northmen.
aethelwulf • egbert • wessex • danish invasions • anglo-saxon england
Alcuin: Saxon Scholar of the First Order
Alcuin did a great deal toward enriching the learning of his fellow Saxons and people in France.
alcuin • saxon education • anglo-saxon england • ancient british history
Alcuin did a great deal toward enriching the learning of his fellow Saxons and people in France.
alcuin • saxon education • anglo-saxon england • ancient british history
Alfred the Great Saves England from Danish Rule
King Alfred the Great's defeat of the Danes freed England from foreign occupation and established England as a unified power.
king alfred the great • alfred the great's defeat of the danes • danelaw • danish occupation of england • anglo saxon and danish battles
King Alfred the Great's defeat of the Danes freed England from foreign occupation and established England as a unified power.
king alfred the great • alfred the great's defeat of the danes • danelaw • danish occupation of england • anglo saxon and danish battles
Alfred's Ingenious Defensive Strategy
After the Danelaw, Alfred refused to rest on his successes, preferring to shore up his country's defenses, in preparation for what he knew was the next Danish invasion.
danelaw • alfred the great • danes • saxons • anglo-saxon
After the Danelaw, Alfred refused to rest on his successes, preferring to shore up his country's defenses, in preparation for what he knew was the next Danish invasion.
danelaw • alfred the great • danes • saxons • anglo-saxon
An Anglo-Saxon Thanksgiving? Perhaps
It is not a stretch to imagine Angles and Saxons sitting around a table enjoying a feast to celebrate the autumn harvest.
angles • saxons • anglo-saxon england • thanksgiving • ancient british history
It is not a stretch to imagine Angles and Saxons sitting around a table enjoying a feast to celebrate the autumn harvest.
angles • saxons • anglo-saxon england • thanksgiving • ancient british history
Anglo-Saxon Gold Found in Staffordshire
The largest hoard of Anglo Saxon gold ever found has been discovered in a field in Staffordshire, north west England, by an amateur archaeologist with a metal detector.
anglo-saxons • england • gold • treasure • metal detectors
The largest hoard of Anglo Saxon gold ever found has been discovered in a field in Staffordshire, north west England, by an amateur archaeologist with a metal detector.
anglo-saxons • england • gold • treasure • metal detectors
Anglo-Saxon Infighting: Everyone Wants to Be King
Once the Germanic invaders had subdued the Britons, they turned on each other.
germanic • germanic tribes • angles • saxons • jutes
Once the Germanic invaders had subdued the Britons, they turned on each other.
germanic • germanic tribes • angles • saxons • jutes
Athelstan the Great?
Athelstan was a military success if not quite able successor to his grandfather, Alfred the Great.
athelstan • anglo-saxon england • ancient british history
Athelstan was a military success if not quite able successor to his grandfather, Alfred the Great.
athelstan • anglo-saxon england • ancient british history
Bede's Ecclesiastical History of the English People
Bede's Ecclesiastical History of the English People gives us a glimpse into Christian Saxon life in the 7th and 8th centuries.
bede • ecclesiastical history of the english people • anglo-saxon england • ancient british history
Bede's Ecclesiastical History of the English People gives us a glimpse into Christian Saxon life in the 7th and 8th centuries.
bede • ecclesiastical history of the english people • anglo-saxon england • ancient british history
Book Review: Godiva
This love story set in medieval England is based on real historical figures whose strong bond defies the traps of intrigue-ridden court of Edward the Confessor.
godiva • anglo-saxons • normans • edward • confessor
This love story set in medieval England is based on real historical figures whose strong bond defies the traps of intrigue-ridden court of Edward the Confessor.
godiva • anglo-saxons • normans • edward • confessor
Cadwallon: Leader of Gwynedd
Cadwallon went from boyhood friend of Edwin of Northumbria to mortal enemy in a few short years. He survived their battlefield encounter; Edwin did not.
cadwallon • gwynedd • edwin • northumbria • penda
Cadwallon went from boyhood friend of Edwin of Northumbria to mortal enemy in a few short years. He survived their battlefield encounter; Edwin did not.
cadwallon • gwynedd • edwin • northumbria • penda
Celtic Christianity Gains Popularity
A branch of Christianity formed on the so-called Celtic fringes of Britain shortly after the Romans left and before the country was "officially" converted is flourishing.
celtic • christianity • romans • anglo-saxons • britain
A branch of Christianity formed on the so-called Celtic fringes of Britain shortly after the Romans left and before the country was "officially" converted is flourishing.
celtic • christianity • romans • anglo-saxons • britain
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