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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 Castle part 1

The Medieval Castle part 1

Medieval castles were usually  built in a strategic place such as on top of a hill, on the edge of a cliff, or beside a river. If there were no naturally safe places nearby a moat would be built around the castle to protect it.

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Heraldic Times

The Development of Heraldry part 6

The Development of Heraldry part 6

The first regent to make extensive use of Heraldry, both on and off the battlefield was Edward I (1239-1307). In his twenties he joined a rebellion against his father, led by Simon de Montfort, but soon switched sides. He then spent many years traveling on the Crusades and did not...

The Development of Heraldry part 6

The first regent to make extensive use of Heraldry, both on and off the battlefield was Edward I (1239-1307). In his twenties he joined a rebellion against his father, led by Simon de Montfort, but soon switched sides. He then spent many years traveling on the Crusades and did not...

The Development of Heraldry part 5

The Development of Heraldry part 5

Although true Heraldry “ the systematic use of hereditary devices centered on the shield” officially originated only in the second quarter of the 12th century, by the end of the middle ages there were approximately 800,000 coats of arms recorded, many more than even the most knowledgeable of herald could...

The Development of Heraldry part 5

Although true Heraldry “ the systematic use of hereditary devices centered on the shield” officially originated only in the second quarter of the 12th century, by the end of the middle ages there were approximately 800,000 coats of arms recorded, many more than even the most knowledgeable of herald could...

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