Archive - Dec 2005December 5th13th Century Frescoes Being Restored in Italy
Submitted by Vallawulf on Tue, 2005-12-06 00:23
In Italy, 13th century frescoes in the Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi, which were damaged in a 1997 earthquake and thought to be irreparable, are now being restored with the help of computers.
13th Century Well, Pottery Shards Found
Submitted by Vallawulf on Mon, 2005-12-05 19:22
An 800 year-old well was uncovered in the center of the town of Sheffield, England. The well was discovered on the land surrounding Carmel House, a 13th century manor house which is being converted into shops.
Sweet! Medieval Candy, Cookies, and Cakes
Submitted by Aoife on Mon, 2005-12-05 15:10
Just in time for the holidays, Dame Aoife offers a collection of links with tasty treats guaranteed to ravage your waistline, but in a very authentic way!
Known World Rattan Symposium 2005 (The DVD)
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2005-12-05 11:58
Lord Siridean (Sheridon Glenn) has announced the production of a DVD from the 2005 Known World Rattan Symposium which took place in the Kingdom of Calontir. The DVD is available for purchase in limited quantities.
Hanukkah
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2005-12-05 11:19
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Granite Mountain Yule
Submitted by Vallawulf on Mon, 2005-12-05 10:08
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December 4thRoman Remedies
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2005-12-04 18:58
During this fly season, James Le Fanu of the Telegraph takes a look at Roman medicinal remedies, including some from the Materia Medica by Pedanius Dioscorides.
Italian Leader Hopes to Reopen Pilgrim Road
Submitted by Vallawulf on Sun, 2005-12-04 15:31
Former European Commission president Romano Prodi, who is running for election as Italy's prime minister next year, says if elected he will try to revive the 1,200-mile Via Francigena, a medieval pilgrim route from Canterbury to Rome dating back to the 10th century.
Tomb of Edward the Confessor Found
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2005-12-04 12:34
Experts believe that they have discovered the 700-year-old tomb of England's King Edward the Confessor beneath the floor of Westminster Abbey.
December 3rdAnnual Audit Finds British Historical Buildings Falling Apart
Submitted by Vallawulf on Sat, 2005-12-03 16:00
An annual report of historic properties in the British countryside revealed that thousands of buildings are falling into ruin.
Mead popular with SCAdians, not so popular with muggles
Submitted by Justin on Sat, 2005-12-03 12:16
Corina Zappia, a food and wine critic for the Village Voice (New York City), tried mead for the first time at Mugs Ale House and found it to be, well, not exactly to her liking.
Roman Calçada Road Found in Portugal
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2005-12-03 09:58
A small stretch of Roman road has been discovered near Tavira, Portugal by historian Luís Fraga da Silva. The road originally connected the cities of Ossónoba and Balsa to Pax Júlia and dates to the 2nd century C.E.
December 2ndSearch for Abbey Once Home to Knights Templar Continues
Submitted by Vallawulf on Fri, 2005-12-02 22:57
Bisham Abbey, actually a manor house dating back 800 years, was once home to some of the Knights Templar. The Earl of Salisbury and his family also inhabited the facility for many generations, and Queen Elizabeth I was imprisoned there by Queen Mary.
12th Century Icelandic Coins Discovered
Submitted by Vallawulf on Fri, 2005-12-02 22:42
Two Icelandic coins dating from the 11th century were found at an archaeological excavation at Háls at Kárahnjúkar.
Are you feeling funny? Medieval humor
Submitted by Aoife on Fri, 2005-12-02 11:02
Aoife's Links this week brings us a fine cure for the Wintertime Blues, with links full of the humor (not the humours) of the Middle Ages.
Eastrealmers Shed Clothes for Royal Travel Fund
Lady Zaneta Gavlinne Angiolieri has announced that the Northern Shores Royal Travel Fund has produced a medieval lingerie calendar to raise money for the East Kingdom Travel Fund.
December 1stCastle Built by William the Conqueror Up for Sale
Submitted by Vallawulf on Thu, 2005-12-01 19:05
Rougemont Castle, an 11th century structure located in the town of Exeter, England, is for sale. Although no price is listed, bids are believed to be going as high as 1.5 million pounds Sterling.
Globe Theatre's Mark Rylance on Farewell Tour
Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2005-12-01 14:49
Mark Rylance, the artistic genius behind London's Globe Theatre, is planning to leave his position as Artistic Director. His vision to rebuild the Globe and produce period plays there has been rewarded with great success.
Rivenoak Yule
Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2005-12-01 13:55
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Hunting for Ghosts at Pengersick Castle
A team of ghost investigators spent the night at Pengersick Castle on November 12, 2005 to try and find evidence of a haunting.
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