Tag: Saxon

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The ring on the pommel of the Anglo-Saxon sword indicates its owner had sworn an oath. Source: Prof Alice Roberts/BBC/Rare TV.

30 DEC 2024 · 3 MIN

“Oathkeeper” Sixth Century Anglo-Saxon Sword Found Near Canterbury

A field near Canterbury in southeastern England has given up another secret from Dark Age Britain: a 6th century sword dating from the mysterious Anglo-Saxon period which followed the withdrawal of the…

The Saxons had to arrive in Britain from somewhere. Legend says they were led by Hengist and Horsa, but can this be proven? (Hans Dahl / Public Domain)

31 JUL 2024 · 6 MIN

Hengist and Horsa: Arthurian Myth or Saxon Reality?

For most people, the history of England begins with the Norman Conquest in 1066. The line of kings is generally traced to William I, the first Norman king who invaded across the…