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Heraldic Times

  • Step back in time with our blog about Heraldry and the Middle Ages. Explore a world of chivalry where tradition and culture intertwines with war and conquest.

The Medieval Church part 2

The Medieval Church part 2

While bishops and priests worked among the people, guiding them toward God, another group chose a more secluded path. These men built monasteries, dedicating their lives to prayer, work, and worship.

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Heraldry in Ireland, part 4. The Chief Herald.

Heraldry in Ireland, part 4. The Chief Herald.

  The earliest reference to a herald of arms for Ireland is to Chandos Herald, the herald of John Chandos. Chandos Herald was appointed “Ireland King of Arms” in 1382. Chandos had a number of successors, who appear to have been regarded as members of the English College of Arms,...

Heraldry in Ireland, part 4. The Chief Herald.

  The earliest reference to a herald of arms for Ireland is to Chandos Herald, the herald of John Chandos. Chandos Herald was appointed “Ireland King of Arms” in 1382. Chandos had a number of successors, who appear to have been regarded as members of the English College of Arms,...

Heraldry in Ireland, part 3. The theft of the Irish crown jewels.

Heraldry in Ireland, part 3. The theft of the I...

One of the most notable Ulster King of Arms was Sir Arthur Vicars, left, who held the post from 1893   until 1908 when he was forced to resign in disgrace due to his part in the theft of the Irish Crown Jewels. The story begins with a report in the...

Heraldry in Ireland, part 3. The theft of the I...

One of the most notable Ulster King of Arms was Sir Arthur Vicars, left, who held the post from 1893   until 1908 when he was forced to resign in disgrace due to his part in the theft of the Irish Crown Jewels. The story begins with a report in the...

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