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Byzantine Empire: History and Facts The Eastern Roman Empire became known as the Byzantine Empire after the Roman Empire broke up into two independent empires. After the fall of Rome and the Western Roman Empire in 476 CE, the Byzantine Empire lasted for a millennium. During the Middle Ages, the …

Anglo-Saxons History and Facts Anglo-Saxons History and Facts Who were the Saxons? In the fifth century, a group of people known as the Saxons left northern Germany to settle on the island of Britain. The Saxons, Angles, and Jutes were the three primary groups of people. These people were referred …

Kings and Courts in Middle Ages Kings and Courts in Middle Ages The King’s Court The term “king’s court” refers to the king’s household and council. Everywhere the king went, the court went too. The wise (ideally) men of the king’s court, who would include bishops and other religious officials …

Entertainment and Games in Middle Ages Sometimes, when we imagine the Middle Ages, we see gloomy days, soggy castles, enslaved peasants, and prisons. But the Middle Ages were also a time of great festivals, gatherings, feasts, games, and sports for the people. They enjoyed having fun, just like the rest …

Catholic church in middle ages During the Middle Ages, Christianity and the Catholic Church were very important in Europe. The hub of town life was the nearby church. Every week, rituals were attended by people. At the church, they were married, baptized, and confirmed. The church even recognized monarchs as …

Art and Literature in Middle Ages The style of art during the Middle Ages varied depending on where in Europe you were and when you lived. Nonetheless, Byzantine, Romanesque, and Gothic art are the three primary eras and styles that comprise Middle Ages art. During the Middle Ages, Catholic themes …

Daily Life in Middle Ages Life in the Country The bulk of individuals who lived in the Middle Ages were farmers who worked in the countryside. A local ruler would often reside in a sizable home known as a manor or castle. The lord’s workers on the land were the …

The Monastery in Middle Ages The Monastery in Middle Ages What was a monastery? A monastery was a structure, or structures, where people lived, worshipped, and gave their entire lives to God. Monks were the individuals who resided in the monasteries. Since the monastery was self-sufficient, all the monks required …

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