Archive - Oct 2005 - StoryOctober 16thNational Geographic: Ancient Chinese Noodle Secret?
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2005-10-16 13:12
John Roach, reporting for National Geographic, writes that 4,000-year-old noodles, the oldest ever found, have been discovered in northwestern China. The well-preserved, thin noodles were buried in a bowl ten feet below ground.
Controversial Changes Planned for Kenilworth Castle
English Heritage has approved plans to make changes to historic Kenilworth Castle over objections from local residents, including Lord Kenilworth.
October 15thMary Rose Anchor Raised
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2005-10-15 17:59
As work on the wreck of Henry VIII's flagship the Mary Rose continues, archaeologists announced that the anchor has been recovered.
Ancient Coventry Gravestones Missing
Lady Godiva must be galloping in her grave with the news that the City Council of Coventry, England may have "lost" 50 historic gravestones.
Viking Longboats for Sale
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2005-10-15 09:15
You, too, can go a-Viking! DirectBoats.com is selling replica Viking longboats. "Great for theme parks and rental operations." And, they're on sale!
October 14thEastrealm Woman Uses Belly Dancing as Therapy
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2005-10-14 19:45
Vinaya Saksena of the East Bay News in Swansea, Rhode Island discusses life and belly dancing with Mensa and SCA member Debra Moniz.
Great Deeds from Great Western
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2005-10-14 14:37
Lady Elsa Saxenkammer, a bard from the West Kingdom, relates a story of deeds of honor from the recent Great Western War.
Sir Godwine of Sherborne Victorious in Meridies Crown Tourney
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2005-10-14 12:53
Janessia and Iohann se pipere report that Sir Godwine of Sherborne, fighting for Lady Francesca De Foggia, was victorious in the October 8, 2005 Meridies Crown Tournament.
Ealdormere Fall 2005 Coronation Photos Online
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2005-10-14 08:17
Alexander Gladstone has posted photos from the recent Coronation of Edward and Rylyn, King and Queen of Ealdormere, on the Two Ravens website.
October 13thMonastery Reconstruction Restores 10th Century Building
Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2005-10-13 19:23
700 years after it was looted by Catalan mercenaries, Vatopedi Monastery in northern Greece will celebrate a two-year restoration project funded by the Catalan administration.
Stefan's Florilegium Updates for October 2005
Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2005-10-13 13:13
THLord Stefan li Rous shares updates to Stefan's Florilegium for October 2005.
Autocrat: Gulf Wars XV is still on for 2006
Submitted by Peregrine Fairchylde on Thu, 2005-10-13 10:40
Sir John the Pursuwer, autocrat of Gulf Wars XV, has made the announcement many were waiting breathlessly for: Gulf Wars will go forward despite damage to King's Arrow Ranch from Hurricane Katrina.
October 12thThe rightful king of England? He doesn't want the crown
According to genealogists working with a documentary team from Britain's Channel Four, Australian forklift operator Mike Hastings is the rightful heir to the British throne.
Report, Photos and Video from Aethelmearc's 2005 Fall Crown Tourney
Submitted by KatrionaOTG on Wed, 2005-10-12 08:49
Lady Katriona has posted photos and video from the recent AEthelmearc Fall 2005 Crown Tournament.
October 11thLars and Mary New Northshield Royalty
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2005-10-11 17:01
Baroness Kateryn of Cornwall reports that Sir Lars Wolfsblut, fighting for the Honor of Lady Mary of Carrigart, was the victor of the recent Crown Tournament in the Kingdom of Northshield.
Malcolm and Tessa New Prince and Princess of AEthelmearc
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2005-10-11 14:15
Earl Sir Malcolm was the victor of the October 8, 2005 Crown Tourney in the Kingdom of AEthelmearc. Malcolm was inspired by Tessa the Huntress.
Michael O'Brien to be New King of Artemisia
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2005-10-11 11:25
Kelwin reports that His Lordship Michael O'Brien was the winner of the October 8, 2005 Crown Tournament in the Kingdom of Artemisia.
Construction of Old Boats: Pre-Renaissance Methods of Ship Design
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2005-10-11 08:48
On October 18, 2005, the Dubner Institute for the History of Science & Technology will present "Conceptualization and Construction of Old Boats: Pre-Renaissance Methods of Ship Design".
October 10thDrafn War Band Helps Celebrate Viking Times in Caid
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2005-10-10 17:50
Members of the Drafn War Band participated recently in a celebration of Norwegian culture at the third annual Viking Festival at Norway Hall in Vista, California.
Meridies Fighters Showcased in University Article
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2005-10-10 13:03
Trevor Williams of the University of Georgia's Red and Black speaks with members of the Barony of Bryn Madoc at a recent fighter practice
Tasmanians Learn of SCA at Tulip Festival
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2005-10-10 10:50
Members of the The Barony of Ynys Fawr and the University of Tasmania Medieval Society took part in the annual Tulip Festival at the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens October 2, 2005. The event was covered by the Sunday Tasmanian.
October 9thPhotos from a Day of Arbeau II: Dance 'til You're Dead
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2005-10-09 18:20
Elashava bas Riva, Seneschal of the Kingdom of Northshield, has posted photos from "A Day of Arbeau II: Dance 'til You're Dead" held recently in the Shire of Rockwall.
Origin of White British Cattle Still a Mystery
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2005-10-09 14:33
A rare and mysterious breed of white British cattle has been traced to the Bronze Age where there were an important part of pre-Roman pagan rituals, but how the cattle came to Britain is still a mystery.
Medieval African Manuscripts on Display
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2005-10-09 11:06
A collection of 16 manuscripts from medieval Timbuktu will go on display in Johannesburg, South Africa this month for the first time. The works are part of a 30,000 manuscript discovery from the city which was founded in the year 1100.
October 8thMary Rose Figurehead Found
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2005-10-08 17:48
Alex Hildred, Excavation Director for the Mary Rose project, believes that they may have discovered the tudor rose figurehead for the ship. The paddle-shaped, decorative piece of oak was uncovered recently in a planned attempt to raise one of the ship's main beams.
Homer's Ithaca Found?
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2005-10-08 12:58
British amateur archaeologist Robert Bittlestone believes he has found the location of Odysseus' fabled Ithaca as part of the Greek island of Cephalonia.
Trimaris Fighters Featured in Article
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2005-10-08 10:17
Interviews with members of the Shire of Vaca del Mar were featured recently in an article in the Orlando Sentinel. The group was holding fighter practice at Tuscawilla Park when reporter Erin Ailworth and a staff photographer visited.
October 7thPlank from "Mary Rose" to be Raised
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2005-10-07 20:16
Maritime archaeologists have announced plans to raise an 11-meter timber from the bow of the warship Mary Rose.
Need practice in Welsh language? Try playing Scrabble™
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 2005-10-07 15:35
So, how many points is "Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwyllllantysiliogogogoch" worth, anyway? The Welsh language, native tongue of half a million people, now has its own version of the popular Scrabble™ board game.
Hot Item at the Benefit Auction -- Tarts!
Submitted by Colonel Jenna on Fri, 2005-10-07 13:22
The Calontir Online Auction, benefitting Medieval Hurricane Relief, is now in full swing, with the donation deadline extended and enthusiastic support from donors and bidders. Colonel Jenna has an update.
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