The English Warrior From Earliest Times To 1066
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The English Warrior From Earliest Times To 1066
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Author : Stephen Pollington
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1996
The English Warrior From Earliest Times To 1066 written by Stephen Pollington and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1996 with History categories.
Covers all aspects of battlecraft for the period.
The English Warrior
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Author : Stephen Pollington
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2001-12
The English Warrior written by Stephen Pollington and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2001-12 with History categories.
Using Old English and Old Norse documents together with archaeological and linguistic evidence Pollington discusses the warrior's role in early English society, his rights and duties, rituals of feasting and duelling as well as weapons and equipment, the social and legal nature of warfare, strategy and military logistics. Appendices give original translations of three important military poems; the battles of Maldon, Finnsburh and Brunanburh.
The Anglo Saxons At War 800 1066
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Author : Paul Hill
language : en
Publisher: Pen and Sword
Release Date : 2012-07-19
The Anglo Saxons At War 800 1066 written by Paul Hill and has been published by Pen and Sword this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-07-19 with History categories.
The historian and archeologist presents a vivid and comprehensive account of warfare in early Medieval England. In this compelling new study, Paull Hill reveals what documentary records and the growing body of archaeological evidence can tell us about war and combat in the age of the great Anglo-Saxon kings. The violent centuries before the Norman Conquest come to life in this detailed account of how and why the Anglo-Saxons fought, how their warriors were armed and trained, how their armies were organized, and much more. The role of combat in Anglo-Saxon society is explored, from the parts played by the king and the noblemen to the means by which the men of the fyrd were summoned to fight in times of danger. Land and naval warfare are both explored in depth. Hill also covers the politics and diplomacy of warfare, the conduct of negotiations, the taking of hostages, the use of treachery, and the controversial subject of the use of cavalry. The weapons and armor of the Anglo-Saxons are described, including the spears, scramsaxes, axes, bows, swords, helmets, shields and mail that were employed in the close-quarter fighting of the day. Drawing on this wealth of information, Hill presents a vivid recreation of the actual experience of fighting in the campaigns against the Danes; the battles of Ashdown, Maldon and Stamford Bridge; and the sieges at Reading and Rochester.
A Wargamer S Guide To 1066 And The Norman Conquest
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Author : Daniel Mersey
language : en
Publisher: Casemate Publishers
Release Date : 2017-03-30
A Wargamer S Guide To 1066 And The Norman Conquest written by Daniel Mersey and has been published by Casemate Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-03-30 with Games & Activities categories.
This is one of the first titles in an exciting new series of guides for wargamers. Taking one of the most pivotal and famous episodes in British military history, it gives a wargamers perspective of the dramatic events of 1066 and the Norman conquest up to around 1070, and advice on how to recreate these on the gaming table. Advice is given on factors to consider when choosing an appropriate set of commercially available rules, or devising your own, to best suit the scale and style of battle you want and capture the flavor of the period. The relevant ranges of figures and terrain pieces and buildings are also reviewed. Analysis of the forces involved, organization, tactics and strategies will help with building your armies and there are interesting scenarios included. Whether this is a new period for you, or you are looking to refresh your existing interest in the period, this handy guide is sure to hold much if interest for you.
1066
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Author : Peter Marren
language : en
Publisher: Grub Street Publishers
Release Date : 2004-02-19
1066 written by Peter Marren and has been published by Grub Street Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004-02-19 with History categories.
The real story behind the best-known—and least-understood—battle in British history. If ever there was a year of destiny for the British Isles, 1066 must have a strong claim. King Harold faced invasion not just from William and the Normans across the English Channel, but from King Harald Hardrada of Norway. Before he fought the Normans at Hastings in October, he had fought at York and neighboring Stamford Bridge in September. It was a year of dramatic changes of fortune, heroic marches, assaults by land and sea. This concise history, with maps included, tells the full story.
Viking Warrior Vs Anglo Saxon Warrior
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Author : Gareth Williams
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2017-08-24
Viking Warrior Vs Anglo Saxon Warrior written by Gareth Williams and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-08-24 with History categories.
In the two centuries before the Norman invasion of England, Anglo-Saxon and Viking forces clashed repeatedly in bloody battles across the country. Repeated Viking victories in the 9th century led to their settlement in the north of the country, but the tide of war ebbed and flowed until the final Anglo-Saxon victory before the Norman Conquest. Using stunning artwork, this book examines in detail three battles between the two deadly foes: Ashdown in 871 which involved the future Alfred the Great; Maldon in 991 where an Anglo-Saxon army sought to counter a renewed Viking threat; and Stamford Bridge in 1066, in which King Harold Godwinesson abandoned his preparations to repel the expected Norman invasion in order to fight off Harald Hard-Counsel of Norway. Drawing upon historical accounts from both English and Scandinavian sources and from archaeological evidence, Gareth Williams presents a detailed comparison of the weaponry, tactics, strategies and underlying military organization of the Anglo-Saxons and Vikings, and considers the developments which took place on both sides in the two centuries of Viking incursions into Anglo-Saxon England.
Warrior
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Author : Edoardo Albert
language : en
Publisher: Granta Books
Release Date : 2019-09-19
Warrior written by Edoardo Albert and has been published by Granta Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-09-19 with History categories.
Warrior tells the story of forgotten man, a man whose bones were found in an Anglo-Saxon graveyard at Bamburgh castle in Northumberland. It is the story of a violent time when Britain was defining itself in waves of religious fervour, scattered tribal expansion and terrible bloodshed; it is the story of the fighting class, men apart, defined in life and death by their experiences on the killing field; it is an intricate and riveting narrative of survival and adaptation set in the stunning political and physical landscapes of medieval England. Warrior is a classic of British history, a landmark of popular archaeology, and a must-read for anyone interested in the story of where we've come from.
Ancient Weapons In Britain
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Author : Logan Thompson
language : en
Publisher: Pen and Sword
Release Date : 2005-03-03
Ancient Weapons In Britain written by Logan Thompson and has been published by Pen and Sword this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005-03-03 with History categories.
Few accounts of ancient warfare have looked at how the weapons were made and how they were actually used in combat. Logan Thompson's pioneering survey traces the evolution of weapons in Britain across 3000 years, from the Bronze Age to the Battle of Hastings in 1066. Insights gained from painstaking practical research and technical analysis shed new light on the materials used, the processes of manufacture, the development of the weapons and their effectiveness. His account features new information about the weapons themselves, their origin and design, and it offers a fascinating new perspective on the practice of early warfare.
1066 And Before All That
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Author : Ed West
language : en
Publisher: Skyhorse
Release Date : 2017-08-08
1066 And Before All That written by Ed West and has been published by Skyhorse this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-08-08 with History categories.
A riveting account of the most consequential year in English history, marked by bloody conflict with invaders on all sides. 1066 is the most famous date in history, and with good reason, since no battle in medieval history had such a devastating effect on its losers as the Battle of Hastings, which altered the entire course of English history. The French-speaking Normans were the pre-eminent warriors of the 11th century and based their entire society around conflict. They were led by William 'the Bastard' a formidable, ruthless warrior, who was convinced that his half-Norman cousin, Edward the Confessor, had promised him the throne of England. However, when Edward died in January 1066, Harold Godwinson, the richest earl in the land and the son of a pirate, took the throne . . . . this left William no choice but to forcibly claim what he believed to be his right. What ensued was one of the bloodiest periods of English history, with a body count that might make even George RR Martin balk. Pitched at newcomers to the subject, this book will explain how the disastrous battle changed England—and the English—forever, introducing the medieval world of chivalry, castles and horse-bound knights. It is the first part in the new A Very, Very Short History of England series, which aims to capture the major moments of English history with humor and bite.
Slaves And Warriors In Medieval Britain And Ireland
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Author : David R. Wyatt
language : en
Publisher: BRILL
Release Date : 2009
Slaves And Warriors In Medieval Britain And Ireland written by David R. Wyatt and has been published by BRILL this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009 with History categories.
Modern sensibilities have clouded historical views of slavery, perhaps more so than any other medieval social institution. Anachronistic economic rationales and notions about the progression of European civilisation have immeasurably distorted our view of slavery in the medieval context. As a result historians have focussed their efforts upon explaining the disappearance of this medieval institution rather than seeking to understand it. This book highlights the extreme cultural/social significance of slavery for the societies of medieval Britain and Ireland c. 800-1200. Concentrating upon the lifestyle, attitudes and motivations of the slave-holders and slave-raiders, it explores the violent activities and behavioural codes of Britain and Ireland s warrior-centred societies, illustrating the extreme significance of the institution of slavery for constructions of power, ethnic identity and gender.