One of the most misunderstood periods of history is the Middle Ages, which ranged from the fall of the Western Roman Empire ...

The metal suits worn by knights during the Middle Ages were originally designed to protect against weapons such as swords. But could medieval armor also stop bullets? When you purchase through links ...

Knights weren’t always clad in heavy plate armor. From the Norman conquests to the wars of the late Middle Ages, this video explores how knights evolved their armor and weapons in response to changing ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Norwegian Institute for Cultural Heritage Research An excavation in Oslo's former harbor ...