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Houston museum to exhibit props from the "Chronicles of Narnia"
The Houston Museum of Natural Science will present an exhibition of props from the recent film version of the Chronicles of Narnia October 3, 2009 - January 18, 2010.
Pink is period!
How many times have you been told by SCA members, "Pink isn't period?" If the answer is more than two, you may want to take a look at a website created by Lady Louise which disputes this claim and offers historic images as evidence.
What kind of warrior are you?
If you would have become a medieval warrior, what kind would you have been? Allthetests.com has a quiz to find out.
Photos from Great Western War 2009
Fausta has posted an album of photos from Great Western War 2009 which took place recently in the Kingdom of Caid.
Stefan's Florilegium updates for October 2009
THL Stefan li Rous has released his monthly article for October detailing what is new in the Florilegium this month.
Friederich von Augsburg created Pelican in Northshield
Baron Maol Mhichil mac Ghiolla Pheadair of the Kingdom of Northshield reports that Friedrich von Augsburg has been welcomed into the Order of the Pelican.
Photos from Ealdormere's 2009 Fall Coronation online
Eirik Andersen reports that he has created an album of photos from the 2009 Fall Coronation in the kingdom of Ealdormere. The photos are posted on the Two Ravens website.
Jousting in a post Y2K world
In a world where noble steeds have two wheels, lances are made of foam, and valiant knights program mainframes, comes .... Segway jousting! Join Liam Savage and his band of merry men as they keep the realm safe from Windows viruses in this YouTube video. (video)
Desperately seeking Da Vinci
Scientist Maurizio Seracini believes there is s lost Da Vinci painting hidden inside a wall in Florence’s city hall, and he wants to use high tech techniques to find it. The Battle of Anghiari, the largest painting Leonardo ever undertook, was never completed, but was studied "as an unprecedented study of anatomy and motion."
The fashions of Great Western War
Great Western War took place recently in the Kingdom of Caid. A photographer from the Los Angeles Times was on hand to capture the fashions of the day. (photos)
Japanese armor manual online
Anthony J. Bryant has created a website showcasing his research on Japanese armor entitled An Online Japanese Armor manual. A sometime resident of Japan and a member of the Nihon Katchû Bugu Kenkyû Hozon Kai (Japanese Arms and Armour Research and Preservation Society), Bryant offers a history of Japanese armor and very detailed tutorials on creation and use of the armor.
Organic chemist claims to have reproduced the Shroud of Turin
An Italian scientist claims to have reproduced the image on the Shroud of Turin using only materials and techniques known in the Middle Ages. Luigi Garlaschelli, who will present his findings at a conference, said, "The result obtained clearly indicates that this could be done with the use of inexpensive materials and with a quite simple procedure."
Stamford Bridge helmet found in antique shop
A rusty helmet labeled "Viking Helmet found in the River Derwent at Stamford Bridge by D R Lancaster, May 21, 1950" has been discovered in a Midlands, England antique shop. The helmet has been dated by experts to the 11th century.
Hear the Oxyrhynchus Hymn
Gregorio Paniagua and the Atrium Musicae de Madrid has recorded The Oxyrhynchus Hymn, "the earliest known manuscript of a Christian hymn - dating from the 3rd century AD - to contain both lyrics and musical notation." The re-creation has been posted on YouTube.
Four new Peers in the West Kingdom
Anne reports that several citizens of the Kingdom of the West have been offered elevation by Their Majesties at Their recent Crown Tournament.
Rumble in the Jungle: New Palatine Baron Invested in Bangkok
On Saturday October 24th, 2009 in Bangkok, Thailand the Palatine Barony of the Far West held its Coronet Tournament and Investiture. This year, to reflect the event’s location and it being the first event of the Canton of the Golden Plains, the theme was ‘Rumble in the Jungle’.
13th century Perth Charter restored
The year-long project to restore the Royal Charter of the city of Perth, Scotland has been completed. The status of Royal Burgh was given to Perth in 1210 by King William the Lion of Scotland. (photo)
War of the Wings IV photos online
Antonio Felluci reports that he has posted photos from the War of the Wings IV which took place recently in the Kingdom of Atlantia.
"Ship of stone" draws visitors to Segovia
"In the centre of Segovia, between the old town and the new town, there is a Roman relic that makes Hadrian's Wall look like a heap of rubble. Segovia's famous aqueduct is nearly 30 metres high and more than 800 metres long, and although I'd seen countless photos of it, that's still no substitute for the real thing. Standing before it for the first time takes your breath away," writes Guardian travel writer William Cook about Segovia, Spain.
Travel Skotland at your own risk!
Medieval Scotland may not have been as welcoming to Norse travelers as one would think. According to a 13th century Viking travel guide, the country was "full of dangerous natives who speak an incomprehensible language and the is weather awful." The 13th century chronicle warned Icelandic merchants away from the area.