Background The Battle of Crécy, fought on August 26, 1346, was a seminal event in the opening phase of the Hundred Years’ War between England and France, a protracted conflict that spanned from 1337 to 1453. Central to this extensive warfare were the long-standing territorial disputes and competing claims to the French throne. These geopolitical …
Who Were the Lollards? The Lollards were a pivotal pre-Reformation Christian religious movement that surfaced in the late 14th century in England. Originating from the teachings of John Wycliffe, a pioneering theologian and reformer, the Lollards stood at the forefront of early calls for ecclesiastical reform. Wycliffe’s critical view of Church doctrines and practices, particularly …
Introduction to Raedwald: A Historical Context The early 7th century in England was a period of substantial transformation and turmoil. During this time, the landscape was fragmented into several competing Anglo-Saxon kingdoms, each vying for dominance and influence. Among these kingdoms was the Kingdom of the East Angles, situated in present-day East Anglia. It was …
Introduction to the Battle of Kleidion The Battle of Kleidion, fought on July 29, 1014, stands as a significant milestone in the protracted Byzantine-Bulgarian Wars. This conflict, unfolding between the Byzantine Empire and the Bulgarian Empire, was emblematic of the broader struggle for regional dominance in Southeast Europe during the early medieval period. The engagement …