Edward’s Strategic Approach
Edward III’s conduct during the siege demonstrates both military skill and careful planning. When he first attempted to take Calais by force, he found...
Doubts About Edward III’s Intentions
It has been questioned whether Edward III actually intended to have the citizens of Calais executed. The story comes mainly from the chronicles of...
Criticism Edward III
Some historians criticize Edward III for refusing to leave his entrenchments at Calais to fight Philip in a traditional battle, such as a personal...
Latin Inscription and Its Meaning
A Latin inscription carved into the Inner Wall of Constantinople reads:
"PORTARUM VALID FIRMAVIT LIMINE MUROS, PUSAEUS MAGNO NON MINOR ANTHEMIO."
This can be roughly translated...
Repairs on the Theodosian Walls
The Theodosian Walls of Constantinople were some of the strongest city walls in the medieval world. Keeping these walls in good condition was extremely...
The Kerko Porta and Its Discrepancies
The history of the Kerko Porta is a bit confusing due to a key issue. According to the historian Ducas, the Kerko Porta led...
