Archive - Feb 2004February 7th"Headcoverings from the Dublin Excavations" Now in Print
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2004-02-07 17:30
The Royal Irish Academy has announced that "Headcoverings from the Dublin
Excavations," a book by Elizabeth Wincott that covers Irish headcoverings from
the 9th-12th centuries, is now in print.
Program on Shakespeare Airs on PBS in February
Submitted by Karen on Sat, 2004-02-07 12:45
"In Search of Shakespeare," a four-part series, will be broadcast on PBS stations this month.
Tourists and Developers Contribute to Destruction of China's Great Wall
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2004-02-07 10:05
The Great Wall of China is in trouble. Only a third of the structure is still
standing due to "vandalism, pigsties and natural erosion."
February 6thByzantine Medieval Hypertexts
Submitted by Catriona on Sat, 2004-02-07 00:08
Tatiana Nikolova-Houston contends that Medieval manuscripts are the hypertexts
of the Middle Ages.
British House of Commons Debates Robin Hood's Birthplace
Submitted by Karen on Sat, 2004-02-07 00:05
MPs in the House of Commons are arguing over the birthplace of Robin Hood, pitting the 19 Yorkshire MPs against four from Nottinghamshire.
Hunting the Wild Steel at Estrella
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2004-02-06 19:47
Lord Nytshaed, Rapier Marshal in Charge for Western Rapier at the Estrella War,
sends the call to rapier fighters to band together under the banner of the West
Kingdom.
Anglo-Saxon King's Tomb is Biggest Find Since Sutton Hoo
Submitted by Justin on Fri, 2004-02-06 14:57
independent.co.uk: Archaeologists have found the intact tomb of a seventh century CE Anglo-Saxon
king near the village of Southend-on-Sea in England.
February 6thMedieval Ruins Found in Japanese Waters
Submitted by Karen on Fri, 2004-02-06 04:10
The Asahi Shimbun: Archeologists are studying the ruins of a submerged city, off the coast of central Japan, which may have sunk into the sea in the middle of the 13th century.
Alcazar to be a Reality
Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2004-02-05 21:20
THL Sovany Barcsi Janos, Kingdom New Groups Coordinator for the Kingdom of
Drachenwald, has announced that the formation of a new group in Spain is
official.
The Non-Expert: Historical Re-Enactors
Submitted by Gwenhyfar on Thu, 2004-02-05 15:42
Morning News: Plant your tongue firmly in your cheek, and prepare to learn "how to live in
the past, bedecked in ancient garb, profound in dead languages. Yes, how to
become a[n] historical re-enactor."
Current Politics Affect Perception of Arab Contributions to Culture
Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2004-02-05 15:32
In an essay in "The Scotsman" newspaper, Robert Irwin discusses how Arab
culture affected the western world and how modern life has changed
interpretations of these effects.
February 4thOnline Map of the Middle Kingdom Available
Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2004-02-04 20:40
THL Geoffrey of Wroxeter has created a clickable map of the Middle Kingdom,
listing all regions, baronies, and local groups.
Rain Lessens Risks at Canterbury Faire
Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2004-02-04 20:38
Due to recent rains, some fire restrictions have been lifted for Lochac's
Canterbury Faire.
New DNA Research to Solve Columbus Mystery?
Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2004-02-04 16:02
Discovery Channel: An ongoing investigation of the remains of Christopher Columbus may soon
identify the explorer's final resting place once and for all.
Archaeologists Set to Evaluate Chester's Roman Amphitheatre
Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2004-02-04 14:35
24 Hour Museum: A Roman amphitheatre discovered in the 1960s in the city of Chester, England,
may soon be fully excavated, thanks to combined efforts of the Chester City
Council and English Heritage.
February 3rdNew Exhibit on Classical Mythology in Italian Renaissance Prints at the Met
Submitted by Karen on Tue, 2004-02-03 22:28
"Poets, Lovers, and Heroes in Italian Mythological Prints" is on display at the Howard Gilman Gallery of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City through May 2, 2004.
New Battle Over Agincourt
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 2004-02-03 16:34
Residents of the area near the site of the historic Battle of Agincourt are
petitioning to block construction of wind turbines.
Voynich Manuscript is Hoax!
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2004-02-03 16:27
Researchers have finally agreed on the secret of the mysterious Voynich
Manuscript: it's gibberish.
February 2ndOne Blog's View of the SCA's History and Culture
Submitted by Justin on Mon, 2004-02-02 22:56
Disinformation: Disinformation, a blog calling itself "the gateway to the underground -- news,
politics, conspiracy, and weirdness," has published an article by an
ex-SCAdian comparing SCA counterculture with other "fringe" groups of society.
Trimaris Part of "Deep Impact" Comet Exploration Mission
Submitted by Justin on Mon, 2004-02-02 19:55
Ainfean inghean Risdeag reports that citizens of the Kingdom of Trimaris, as
supporters of the "Deep Impact" mission, have received a certificate verifying
that the Kingdom will be named on the spacecraft.
Student Finds Key to Roman Soldier's Life
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2004-02-02 19:54
Cincinnati Enquirer: Sharonville, Ohio student Robert Stephan recently discovered treasure in
the vaults of the University of Michigan: a store of forgotten papyri
chronicling the life of a young Roman soldier.
SCA Librarians Discussion List
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2004-02-02 15:15
Anna de Byxe has announced that there is a discussion list available designed
for librarians in the SCA.
New Book Quashes Myths of Sistine Chapel
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2004-02-02 15:15
Beacon-Journal: "Michelangelo and the Pope's Ceiling," a new book by Ross King, does its best
to debunk the myths of how the Sistine Chapel was created.
February 1stCooks from the East Kingdom Gather to Celebrate!
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2004-02-01 14:45
Lady Andrea McIntyre reports on the recent East Kingdom Cooking Collegium in
Settmour Swamp where cooks gathered to share recipes, taste test and... cook!
Elephant, Erotic Sculture Discovered at Medieval Indian Fort
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2004-02-01 11:21
Deccan Herald: Excavations of a medieval fortress in Cuttack, India have revealed the skeleton
of an elephant buried in the 15th or 16th century as well as erotic statues of
female dancers.
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