ArchiveJanuary 7th, 2004Women of the Blue
Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2004-01-07 16:09
A poem saluting the Princesses of Oertha was read at a recent court. The piece
was written by Lady Catherine Willoughby.
Scotland to Safeguard Precious Stones
Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2004-01-07 16:08
Herald: Scotland has inaugurated a "consultation document" to protect the country's
carved stones for future generations.
Midrealm to Create Barony of Brendoken
Submitted by Justin on Wed, 2004-01-07 10:49
Their Majesties Alasdair MacFhearghuis and Gueni
January 6thAnTir Barony Brings Middle Ages to Life at "Return of the King" Showing
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2004-01-06 15:23
Daily Herald: Members of the Barony of Aquaterra (Snohomish County, Washington) offered
movie-goers a little something special when they attended a Saturday
performance of "The Return of the King" at a local cineplex. Reporter Jennifer
Warnick covered the story for the "Daily Herald."
Masques and Merriment for the Holiday Season
Submitted by Aoife on Tue, 2004-01-06 15:21
Just in time for 12th Night, Valentine's Day and Mardi Gras: Learn all about
masques and mumming when Dame Aoife shares her recommandations.
Mary Queen of Scots Rediscovered
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2004-01-06 15:20
Once reviled, Mary Queen of Scots is being viewed in a new light by Scottish
researchers.
January 5thReporter Has a "Chainmail Moment"
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2004-01-05 15:20
Newsweek: Newsweek reporter Jeff Giles got the acting opportunity of a lifetime when he
scored a bit part in Peter Jackson's "Return of the King."
West Kingdom Map Online
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2004-01-05 15:19
Khevron, the Principality of Oertha Webminister, has announced that a new map
of the West Kingdom is now available online.
Hungarians Seek Healing at the Grave of Attila the Hun
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2004-01-05 15:19
IOL: Hungarians are flocking to the site believed to be the
grave of Attila the Hun hoping for healing.
January 4thUniversity of Akron to Receive Arabic Treasures
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2004-01-04 19:10
Beacon Journal: Department of Classical Studies, Anthropology and Archaeology of the
University of Akron has received a wonderful Christmas gift: a collection of
artifacts from former ambassador to Saudi Arabia, James Akins.
One Ring Coming to Boston Museum of Science
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2004-01-04 19:00
An exhibit of film props from the "Lord of the Rings" movies will open at
Boston's Museum of Science August 1, 2004. Displays will include an "armor
corridor."
Doom Fresco to be Viewed for First Time in 400 Years
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2004-01-04 06:25
A recently-restored, rare medieval fresco will be seen by the public for the
first time in 400 years when it is put on display in Coventry, England.
Roman Treasure Displayed in Basel
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2004-01-04 06:23
Swiss Info: A hoard of Roman treasure, hidden from 4th century raiders, has been
reassembled and will be displayed for the first time in Basel, Switzerland.
January 2ndKing Michael Rightful Ruler of England
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2004-01-02 21:39
History News Network: Australian Michael Hastings is, in truth, King Michael I of England, the heir
to the Plantagenet bloodline, and should be living in Buckingham Palace rather
than Jerilderie, NSW, according to a British historian.
Outlands Barony Gathers 10,000 Toys
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2004-01-02 14:53
Daily Times: The Barony Fontaine Dans Sable (Farmington, NM) recently beat their own record
by collecting over ten thousand donated toys for San Juan County's Toys for
Tots program.
More Bridegrooms Opting for Kilts
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2004-01-02 14:51
Star Telegram: Scottish formal wear is becoming more and more popular for weddings, according
to New York Times News Service reporter Linda Lee.
December 31st, 2003Denis the Little Tinkers with the Calendar
Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2004-01-01 00:44
Townhall.com: We celebrate Christmas on December 25 due to the efforts of a Scythian monk
known to history as Denis the Little, who tinkered with the calendar by papal
request.
Maltese Authorities May Bury Roman Wall
Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2004-01-01 00:43
Times of Malta: A Roman wall discovered during renovations on Gozo Cathedral in Malta may have
to be re-buried because the work was not authorized.
December 30thPennsic War Returns to NPR
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2003-12-30 13:15
Karen Given's report on the Pennsic War was rerun recently on National Public
Radio's "Only a Game."
A New Dane in AEthelmearc
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2003-12-30 10:10
The Kingdom of AEthelmearc has welcomed a new subject: Dane Christopher Murray.
Old-Fashioned Viking Christmas
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2003-12-30 08:40
The Scandinavian celebration of Jul harkens back to Norse mythology. An article
from "The Scotsman" looks at Christmas celebrations in Sweden and Norway and
their roots in Viking tradition.
December 29thSCAdians Included in Geek Trendsetting
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 2003-12-29 23:58
Atlanta Journal-Constitution: Atlanta Journal-Constitution columnist Christian Boone offers his opinion on geeks as
trendsetters, and includes SCAdians in the group.
"Chronicles of Narnia" Being Shot in New Zealand
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2003-12-29 23:56
CBS: "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe," the first book of C.S. Lewis' Narnia
series, will soon begin production on location in New Zealand.
One Kingdom, One Book
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2003-12-29 22:59
Readers in the East Kingdom will get the opportunity to participate in One
Kingdom, One Book.
Young SCAdian Struck and Killed by Car in Outlands
Submitted by Justin on Mon, 2003-12-29 15:38
Last Saturday, the Barony of Caerthe in the Kingdom of Outlands bid a final farewell to Brendon
Swatko, a twelve-year-old who died after being struck by a car outside an SCA event.
December 28thCooks & Performers Needed for Estrella Queen's Tea
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2003-12-28 14:30
Lady Catelin Munro of Ailsa, Autocrat of Estrella XX Queen's Tea, has requested
help from cooks and performers who plan to attend the Estrella War.
Mystery of Chinese Gunpowder Solved?
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2003-12-28 11:15
China View: Chinese archaeologists may have discovered the secret of China's invention of
gunpowder.
December 27thScientists Study Colosseum's "Special Effects"
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2003-12-27 12:20
A team of German archaeologists has been excavating the basement of Rome's
great Colosseum, including the intricate mechanical wonders which produced the
effects for the gladiatorial games.
17th Century Javanese Coins Discovered in Thames
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2003-12-27 09:05
90 copper coins, washed up from London's Thames River, have stumped
archaeologists.
Medici Secrets to be Exposed by DNA Testing?
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2003-12-27 06:25
News Telegraph: Researchers are planning to exhume and test the bodies of 50 members of the
Medici Family with hopes of some "sensational surprises."
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