An ancient sword from the medieval era that was found last year ... because these inscriptions often combine symbols and short text," the post said. Ancient Maya "deity of death" sculpture ...

Alamy Medieval Europeans were fascinated by the ... including the recent preference for the rapier over traditional short swords – although "he is also the kind of guy who [if he were alive ...

It’s a deadly weapon and an assertive symbol of authority. The medieval sword was far more than just man-bling: It was welded to their personality and social status. It could also cleave a man ...

Participants of all ages will face off on Jan. 11 to test their skills in Historical European Martial Arts, or HEMA for short ... and shield to medieval longsword or sword and buckler to rapier ...