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The History of Crusades - Part 1: The Conquest of Jerusalem and The Rise of Knightly Orders
Interesting facts of the past
The Crusades were one of the most important events of the medieval period. The Crusades were a series of religious wars against Muslims, pagans, and heretics. The Crusading movement prepared ground for the creation of various knightly orders –…
Anubis, the God of the Underworld
Did you come back from your holidays with a mysterious black wolf-like figurine as a souvenir? If so, then read carefully, for it may hold more secrets than you suspect! Anubis, often depicted with a canine head, was the old god of Ancient Egyptian…
Guns with the smell of gunpowder
Pistols are handguns, or short-barreled firearms. The first pistols appeared at the turn of the 15th and 16th centuries. The origin of the word “pistol” is disputed; however, it may be derived from the Czech píšťala (pipe, whistle) or the French…
Would you like to try shooting a crossbow? A pistol crossbow is a good way to start.
It looks easy at a first glance. You lift a crossbow, aim and shoot. But as you may suspect, reality is a bit different. And harder. If you are just getting started, read about the basics and get familiar with a pistol crossbow - an ideal beginner…
Leave nothing to chance. Get familiar with chess essentials before making your first move!
The initial moves in chess (“chess openings”) are vital - because the correct positioning of your pieces on the chessboard can secure your success in the game. You should leave nothing to chance and think about your moves ahead. The good way to…
Mikov, traditional knife production from Czech Switzerland
Mikov is a Czech knife manufacturer based in Mikulášovice in the Děčín district in the Ústí nad Labem region. The owner of the company and the owner of the MIKOV brand is currently the company Mikov, s.r.o.
Sabres in the Napoleonic Wars
Even though the Napoleonic Wars are a long-gone history, many people still find them captivating today. That is hardly surprising. The long period of wars raging across the European continent between the end of the 18th century and 1815 have left a…
Three Musketeers vs. Real Musketeers
Athos, Porthos, Aramis and d'Artagnan. In most people, those names invoke the image of brave swordsmen with ostrich feathers in their hats, rather than the image of infantrymen with several bottles of gunpowder at their waist. But the latter image…
Czech Illuminated Manuscripts
If the words medieval history make you feel curious and excited, you will most definitely love our article on Czech illuminated manuscripts. They are covered in gold, coloured paint as well as mystery.
Not All Axes Are Same. How to Choose the Right One?
There is no single right way to choose an axe. However, you should always consider the purpose. Do you need to split wood, or a decoration for your living room? Learn more about the different types of axes, so you can choose the right one!
Cosplay: Turn into a Manga Character or a Hobbit
Are you an anime, manga or sci-fi fan? If you are, there is no way you haven’t heard about cosplay! Learn more about cosplay and check out some jaw-droppingly accurate cosplay costumes!
Hunting Knife - Hunter’s Symbol Since 17th Century
Before you head out into the woods, check out some information about the history of hunting, and about different types of hunting knives! You never know when this information might be useful! We also have tips on how to choose the right hunting…
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