Medieval History
A unique project between scholars at three institutions, to translate and digitalise documents drawn up in the thirteenth century for Henry III, is nearing completion.
The three year project by Canterbury Christ Church University, King?s College London, and the National Archives has brought to life remarkable material, which for the first time, is now freely available to everyone.
Click here to read this article from Medievalists.net
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Medieval History
Henry III Fines Rolls Project almost complete
A unique project between scholars at three institutions, to translate and digitalise documents drawn up in the thirteenth century for Henry III, is nearing completion.
The three year project by Canterbury Christ Church University, King?s College London, and the National Archives has brought to life remarkable material, which for the first time, is now freely available to everyone.
Click here to read this article from Medievalists.net
- New Image Of Henry Viii Discovered
One of the earliest and most remarkable depictions of the prince who was to become England?s King Henry VIII has been discovered at the National Library of Wales in Aberystwyth. Poignantly, he is shown as a mourning 11 year old boy, weeping at the empty...
- Warwickshire Manorial Records Going Online
Fines for playing tennis, selling shoes before o?clock in the afternoon, or being an ale house haunter, are just some of the penalties in force in Warwickshire 600 years ago. Documents detailing such historical gems can be found in the Warwickshire Manorial...
- Search Begins For Lost Grave Of King Richard Iii
The University of Leicester and Leicester City Council, in association with the Richard III Society, are starting an archaeological dig to find the remains of King Richard III, the only English monarch whose resting place remains unknown. On Saturday...
- Mapping The Medieval Countryside Project Receives £528,000 In Funding
A new project from King?s College London and the University of Winchester will allow researchers to explore the lands of medieval England as never before has received over half a million pounds in funding. The three-year project is led by medieval historian...
- Dictionary Of Medieval Latin From British Sources Project Nears Completion
A huge number of students ranging from linguists to those studying coins and family ancestry are benefiting from a 100 year project to compile the world?s most comprehensive dictionary of Medieval Latin. Work started on the unique Dictionary of Medieval...