#  @MedievalScholar The Medieval Scholar The Medieval Scholar posts on X about france, jerusalem, hungary, poland the most. They currently have [-------] followers and [----] posts still getting attention that total [---------] engagements in the last [--] hours. ### Engagements: [---------] [#](/creator/twitter::1656374370934181895/interactions)  - [--] Week [---------] +148% - [--] Month [---------] +120% - [--] Months [----------] +119% - [--] Year [----------] +23% ### Mentions: [--] [#](/creator/twitter::1656374370934181895/posts_active)  - [--] Week [--] +24% - [--] Month [---] +53% - [--] Months [---] +15% - [--] Year [---] +41% ### Followers: [-------] [#](/creator/twitter::1656374370934181895/followers)  - [--] Week [-------] +0.31% - [--] Month [-------] +21% - [--] Months [-------] +38% - [--] Year [-------] +64% ### CreatorRank: [------] [#](/creator/twitter::1656374370934181895/influencer_rank)  ### Social Influence **Social category influence** [countries](/list/countries) [travel destinations](/list/travel-destinations) [celebrities](/list/celebrities) [finance](/list/finance) [technology brands](/list/technology-brands) [social networks](/list/social-networks) [automotive brands](/list/automotive-brands) [cryptocurrencies](/list/cryptocurrencies) [gaming](/list/gaming) [musicians](/list/musicians) **Social topic influence** [france](/topic/france), [jerusalem](/topic/jerusalem), [hungary](/topic/hungary), [poland](/topic/poland), [austria](/topic/austria), [lithuania](/topic/lithuania), [battle of](/topic/battle-of), [history](/topic/history) #503, [germany](/topic/germany), [paris](/topic/paris) **Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by** [@memorymedieval](/creator/undefined) [@nonregemesse](/creator/undefined) [@wyomingiliad](/creator/undefined) [@bigvadrouiller1](/creator/undefined) [@s637f](/creator/undefined) [@kelltermythos](/creator/undefined) [@bornlik23266](/creator/undefined) [@imperatoraus](/creator/undefined) [@jerrythom11](/creator/undefined) [@entrucs](/creator/undefined) [@stackconcept](/creator/undefined) [@sahan_emir01](/creator/undefined) [@angelinomichels](/creator/undefined) [@lessonshistory](/creator/undefined) [@0xalaric](/creator/undefined) [@westernexile](/creator/undefined) [@dpmont0407](/creator/undefined) [@quidam421519](/creator/undefined) [@chivalryguild](/creator/undefined) [@thoughtsalmon](/creator/undefined) **Top assets mentioned** [Viking Holdings Ltd (VIK)](/topic/$vik) [Noble Corporation (NE)](/topic/$ne) [GrokCoin (GROKCOIN)](/topic/grok) ### Top Social Posts Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours "@archi_tradition I personally love both Eltz Castle and Neuschwanstein Castle both which look absolutely marvelous in the winter" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1676361638885093376) 2023-07-04T22:45Z 13.7K followers, [--] engagements "@Lessons_History I particularly am excited to see the Ridley Scott flair on the absolute carnage of some of these battles" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1678459840257990659) 2023-07-10T17:44Z 13.7K followers, [---] engagements "The Battle of Stamford Bridge took place on September [--] [----] near the village of Stamford Bridge in Yorkshire England. The battle was fought between the forces of Harold Godwinson and an invading Norwegian army led by King Harald Hardrada of Norway" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1678464708553089026) 2023-07-10T18:02Z 71.4K followers, [---] engagements "King Harald Hardrada along with his ally Tostig Godwinson (Harold's brother and former Earl of Northumbria) aimed to claim the English throne for themselves. They landed in northern England with a fleet of around [---] ships and an estimated army of [----] to [----] men" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1678464710549569536) 2023-07-10T18:02Z 71.4K followers, [---] engagements "The battle began with the Teutonic Knights launching a ferocious assault hoping to exploit their superior cavalry and heavy armor. However the frozen lake surface proved treacherous for their mounted troops hindering their mobility and rendering their advantages less effective" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1678931123416563713) 2023-07-12T01:33Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements "As the battle raged the ice surface weakened under the weight of the armored knights and horses. This proved disastrous for the Teutonic Knights as the ice began to break causing chaos and hindering their movements further" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1678931125484306432) 2023-07-12T01:33Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements "Over time the Teutonic Order shifted its focus from military conquest to charitable works education and healthcare. They established numerous hospitals schools and orphanages leaving an indelible mark on the communities they served" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1678931136477556736) 2023-07-12T00:55Z 23K followers, [----] engagements "We hit [---] followers while I was asleep. I appreciate you all so much and I will continue to do my best to bring only the best content. To celebrate I will be making an extensive thread on the [---] Years War. I look forward to posting it Thank you all again" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1679184610482061317) 2023-07-12T17:43Z 53.2K followers, [----] engagements "@PalamismRspctr @0xAlaric I never thought a goofy satire tweet would make so many people so mad. Some of the jokes in the replies were funny though The one thing I will never stand for is people falsely accusing me of spreading ideas of f*scism. I'm just someone who loves history and wishes to teach" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1679204702351683587) 2023-07-12T22:06Z [--] followers, 28.2K engagements "The Hundred Years' War (1337-1453) was a series of intermittent conflicts between the Kingdom of England and the Kingdom of France. The roots of this conflict can be traced back to the early 14th century amidst political dynastic and territorial tensions" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1679216840038383617) 2023-07-13T19:56Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements "Today let us dive into another key order of knights. The Hospitaller. From origins as caretakers of the sick and wounded to a mighty militaristic order. Here is my thread. The Knights Hospitaller: 🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1679908545964257280) 2023-07-15T02:49Z 12.6K followers, 85K engagements "Today we shall cover the legendary Jomsvikings. Famed Viking mercenaries and conquerors who struck fear into the hearts of their enemies. Let it be known these warriors are semi-mythical. With little events that can be confirmed as fact. This is their story. 🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1681007718855786496) 2023-07-18T02:44Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements "Today I would like to travel to my ancestral homeland of Ireland. To talk about the renowned mercenaries. The Gallowglass. These fearsome Viking descendant warriors were hired by battling lords to crush their enemies. 🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1681387722282237966) 2023-07-20T00:51Z 13.6K followers, 117.2K engagements "Today I would like to try something new and engage with my followers I have a task for you. Reply with your favorite medieval weapon and helmet. Here is mine" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1681736087914389505) 2023-07-20T17:39Z 13.7K followers, 10.2K engagements "Today I would like to take a deeper dive into a unit I briefly mentioned during my thread on King Harald Hardrada the Varangian Guard. This legendary unit of elite warriors hails from the Byzantine Empire and would come to be known as the Vikings of Byzantium. 🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1682124770245001218) 2023-07-20T20:26Z 14.5K followers, 68.7K engagements "The Varangian Guard was founded in the 10th century by Emperor Basil II. Drawn by the promise of adventure gold and glory these Norsemen and Rus warriors left their Scandinavian homelands and journeyed to Constantinople known to the Norse as Miklagard or "The Great City"" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1682124772715421699) 2023-07-20T20:26Z 14.5K followers, [----] engagements "King Baldwin IV. One of Jerusalem's most remarkable rulers. Faced with insurmountable odds from childhood Baldwin defied expectations and became one of the most significant rulers of his time. A Thread: The Leper King 🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1684987690314338304) 2023-07-31T11:01Z 13.6K followers, 385.7K engagements "The German technique of Mordhau or alternatively Mordstreich or Mordschlag translates to (in order): "murder-stroke" "murder-strike" or "murder-blow". This technique would involve gripping the sword with both hands on the blade and smashing the opponent with the pommel or" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1686110868524642304) 2023-07-31T20:46Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements "The Black Army of Hungary was founded in [----] and personally employed by King Matthias Corvinus after his ascension to the throne of Hungary following the death of his father John Hunyadi" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1687164912953409556) 2023-08-03T18:13Z 53.3K followers, [----] engagements "Corvinus was inspired on the idea of the professional mercenary army because of his juvenile readings about the life of Julius Caesar. Corvinus would take the establishment of the hussars the light cavalry which harassed the enemy raided supply lines and did reconnaissance" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1687164914824069133) 2023-08-05T05:30Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements "First Battle of St. Albans (1455) by Graham Turner. Fought in the city of St. Albans on May [--] [----]. This battle would mark the beginning of the War of the Roses between houses York and Lancaster. The battle was a decisive Yorkist victory and they even captured King Henry VI" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1687877399508353024) 2023-08-05T17:25Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements "The Wars of the Roses England is sent into turmoil war between two of it's largest houses has erupted and bloodshed is inevitable. What caused this conflict and what were some of the most pivotal moments Let's begin 🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1688252953352691713) 2023-08-06T18:17Z 12.5K followers, 20.4K engagements "Richard of Gloucester would have Edward and his brother placed in the Tower of London eventually being declared illegitimate and Richard would become King Richard III of England" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1688253004804165632) 2023-08-06T18:17Z 13.7K followers, [---] engagements "Very hopeful for this as I'm sure all who have submitted are. Best of luck to everybody It would be a tremendous honor to be included" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1688400780934471680) 2023-08-07T04:04Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements "Check it out if you havent seen it 👇" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1688597035883151372) 2023-08-07T17:04Z 12.6K followers, [----] engagements "The English Longbow one of history's most powerful and equally feared weapons. Utilized by the English army to decimate it's opponents on the battlefield. For it's time it was a marvel and was unmatched by other archers of other armies. Effective use of the English Longbow required extensive training and physical strength. Archers started training from a young age and practiced for years to achieve the strength and accuracy necessary to be effective in battle. The best were constructed from yew and have required a force of as much as [---] to [---] pounds (70 to [--] kg) to draw and shot arrows" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1688626449232654338) 2023-08-07T19:01Z 13.6K followers, 21K engagements "The European Longsword one of the most iconic weapons ever created. Characterized by its two-handed grip relatively long blade and versatile design suitable for both cutting and thrusting. The longsword typically has a straight double-edged blade that measures from around [--] to [--] inches (90 to [---] cm) in length and weighing about [--] to 1.5kg (2lb 3oz to 3lb 5oz). The hilt of the sword is designed to accommodate both hands allowing for more control and power during swings and thrusts. The hilt often includes a cross-shaped guard to protect the user's hand and a pommel at the end to help" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1688974531564605461) 2023-08-08T18:04Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements "Today I would like to tell you about the poleaxe one of the most efficient versatile and deadly weapons of the Middle Ages. The poleaxe was a popular weapon during the Middle Ages and Renaissance periods primarily used by knights foot soldiers and men-at-arms in battle. Measuring about 1.22.0m (46.5ft) long and weighing between [--] and [--] pounds / [---] and 3.175kg. These weapons would consist of a long wooden shaft with an axe blade at the top along with a spear tip and a hammer end on the other side. Created with combating heavy plate armor in mind these weapons offered many options whether it" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1689330927069986816) 2023-08-09T17:40Z 13.7K followers, 21.3K engagements "My next thread is tomorrow I will discuss the life and accomplishments of perhaps Englands greatest ruler King Alfred the Great" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1689681252465483778) 2023-08-10T16:52Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements "The mighty cavalry charges horses galloping towards the enemy line heavily armored knights on horseback prepare for contact. These soldiers wield the mighty lance a devastating weapon that cavalry would use to decimate their foes for centuries. A lance is typically a long pole weapon with a pointed tip. It's designed for thrusting attacks where the rider charges forward on horseback to use the momentum of the horse and the length of the lance to deliver a powerful and accurate strike. The length of the lance allowed the rider to maintain a distance from their opponent while still delivering a" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1689693575276077056) 2023-08-10T17:41Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements "I've been notified that I qualify for ad revenue here on X I want to thank each and every single one of you who support me here. I would not be where I am right now without your support. I will do my best to continue making good content for you all I love what I do here. Thank you" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1689790208328265729) 2023-08-11T00:05Z 53.3K followers, 21.6K engagements "Alfred the Great perhaps the greatest king England has ever had. From promoting learning and literacy to seeking to unite all of England to defending against invading Danes. He is one of mankind's greatest rulers. Here is his story.🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1690067640469815297) 2023-08-11T18:28Z 13.7K followers, 250.4K engagements "Alfred recognized the importance of having a strong navy to defend against Viking naval attacks. He expanded and improved his kingdom's naval capabilities and would become known as the "Father of the English Navy." Constructing a fleet that would exist to repel invaders" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1690067676536696832) 2023-08-11T18:28Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements "Alfred's military successes also included his strategic construction of burhs fortified towns and strongholds. These defenses provided safety for his people but also created a string of fortified points that made it difficult for Vikings to sack his kingdom unchecked" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1690067679103651840) 2023-08-11T18:28Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements ""Be without fear in the face of your enemies. Be brave and upright that God may love thee. Speak the truth even if it leads to your death. Safeguard the helpless and do no wrong. This is your oath."" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1690169970615779328) 2023-08-12T01:14Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements "Thank you for your support on my most recent thread have a great day my friends" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1690425921684074497) 2023-08-12T18:12Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements "Goodnight my friends. Rest well tomorrow is the Lord's Day. May you have a great rest of your night and a wonderful day tomorrow" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1690539385530261504) 2023-08-13T01:42Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements "This is the Siege of Acre [----] an oil canvas painting by French artist Dominique Papety. It displays the Mamluks laying siege to the city of Acre while the city's defenders led by Hospitaller Marshal Matthew of Clermont wearing red fend them off atop the walls. It shows the chaos of warfare but also the bravery and courage of a valiant man and his comrades defending the city and the innocents inside of it from invaders. Matthew would fight valiantly aiding in the escape of many civilians by sea and would ultimately give his life during intense street combat in the Genoese district of the" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1690824542850056192) 2023-08-13T20:35Z 12.5K followers, 17.7K engagements "The First Crusade a tale of religious fervor a holy war beginning with a call to arms in [----] by the Pope himself. This event would change history forever. What was the cause of the Crusade How would it play out and how did the Christian army claim victory in the end 🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1691522790346604545) 2023-08-15T18:50Z 13.6K followers, 80K engagements "The Siege of Nicaea would be a big victory for the Christians and would result in the restoration of the city to the Byzantine Empire. After this they continued marching spirits high. Defeating Kilij in the Battle of Dorylaeum and by October the crusaders would reach Antioch" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1691522819778072578) 2023-08-15T18:50Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements "300 from the pantheon of 10k how shall we achieve it my friends" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1691899034477244733) 2023-08-16T19:45Z 12.6K followers, [----] engagements "I remember it being requested after talking about the Teutonic Order and the Knights Hospitaller so I will do it. My next thread the leper knights themselves. The Knights of the Order of Saint Lazarus" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1691965049827406251) 2023-08-17T00:07Z 13.7K followers, 17.4K engagements ""When I was sixteen I won a great victory. I felt in that moment I would live to be a hundred. Now I know I shall not see thirty. None of us know our end really or what hand will guide us there. A king may move a man a father may claim a son but that man can also move himself and only then does that man truly begin his own game. Remember that howsoever you are played or by whom your soul is in your keeping alone even though those who presume to play you be kings or men of power. When you stand before God you cannot say "But I was told by others to do thus" or that virtue was not convenient at" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1692206696733585551) 2023-08-17T16:08Z 13.7K followers, 438.1K engagements "We have hit [-----] followers. A number I did not imagine to hit within five months of creating this account. Thank you to all who follow and support me it means the world My next thread is being posted on Saturday so stay tuned. Until then thank you my friends and have a great night" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1692354030872244369) 2023-08-18T01:53Z 13.6K followers, 44.9K engagements "Happy Friday my friends the weekend is almost upon us. Finish the week strong" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1692610580622803178) 2023-08-18T18:53Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements "Saint George prominent figure in Christianity revered as a martyr and a hero. Celebrated in the Eastern Orthodox Catholic Anglican and other Christian denominations. He is the patron saint of England. Saint George was a Christian soldier and martyr who is believed to have lived during the late 3rd century to early 4th century AD. He was born in Cappadocia (modern-day Turkey) and served as a Roman soldier in the army of Emperor Diocletian. He refused to renounce his Christian faith despite orders to do so. As a result he faced persecution and was eventually executed for his refusal to recant" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1692634283993665693) 2023-08-18T20:27Z 12.5K followers, 86.6K engagements "If you are interested in other eras of military history I suggest following this account [--] solid threads of content here so far" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1692709610853924897) 2023-08-19T01:26Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements "The Knights of Saint Lazarus These warriors suffered from leprosy their order was founded on humble origins during the crusades and they would be known for treating those sick with the disease. But they would later form a military side. An army of the living dead.🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1692971770993647791) 2023-08-19T18:48Z 13.6K followers, 96K engagements "The Zweihander the mighty greatswords forged in Germany. Evolving from the longswords of the late Middle Ages these behemoths would find their use primarily in the 16th century. The word Zweihander translates simply to "two-hander" in German. These weapons would weigh about 4-5 pounds. Some existed around 8+ pounds but these were typically confined to use in ceremonies. Zweihanders would tower to about [--] foot [--] inches to [--] feet tall and due to their large size would not have a sheathe and instead carried over the shoulder like a polearm. Used with long stabs or wide cleaves with their" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1693344866426663164) 2023-08-20T19:30Z 13.6K followers, 31.4K engagements "The grave of Angus Martin whos eternal resting place is the Kilmuir Graveyard on the Isle of Skye in Scotland. It is said by the locals that Angus had a reputation of being fearless at sea no matter the weather earning him the title Angus of the Storm" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1693721876839678080) 2023-08-21T20:28Z [--] followers, [----] engagements "The Flail a weapon popular for its appearances in pop culture such as movies video games and TV shows. However the most common real flail is far different than the one you would see in fiction. In the late Middle Ages the peasant flail makes an appearance in several works described as a very long shaft with a hinged roughly cylindrical striking end. (Pictured on the left from the Arte De Athletica from the 16th century by Paulus Hector Mair). It possessed the ability to strike around a defender's guard such as a shield or their parry. However it's lack of precision would be where it fell" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1694070424668098799) 2023-08-22T19:33Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements "My next thread: The glory the shouting of the crowd the illustrious colors and banners. All to create an incredible spectacle for the common folk and for the nobility. Let us cover these chivalrous competitions this week. Tournaments" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1694080578839064919) 2023-08-22T20:14Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements "Temple Church in London England. Consecrated on February 10th [----]. Built by the Knights Templar as their base of operations in England. During the rule of King John the church served as the royal treasury where the Knights Templar took on the role of international bankers. During World War [--] German bombings heavily damaged the church but since then it has been incredibly restored. Many famous individuals are buried in Temple Church most notably being William Marshall who to some was the greatest knight to ever live" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1694414728305516833) 2023-08-23T18:22Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements "Did you know The term of Paladins that many are so familiar with from fantasy originated from history. Paladins refer to the Twelve Peers who were the foremost members of the Court of Charlemagne in the 8th century. These were twelve legendary knights who served Emperor Charlemagne with unwavering loyalty discipline and honor. The stories and legends surrounding Charlemagne's Paladins are collectively known as the "Matter of France" which is a body of literature that includes epic poems chansons de geste (narrative songs) and other tales. Charlemagne's Paladins are depicted as brave" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1694817594484662744) 2023-08-24T21:02Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements "Richard thought he had it locked down" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1695205819162189842) 2023-08-25T22:45Z 53.3K followers, [----] engagements "Raymond Tancred the duke of Normandy and the count of Flanders fought amidst their soldiers; whilst the knights and men-at-arms animated by the same zeal as their principal chiefs flew from place to place where danger called them. Zeal courage honor determination and many more qualities is what many modern individuals lack" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1695254930485879214) 2023-08-26T02:00Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements "TOURNAMENTS. Premier entertainment of the Middle Ages the roaring crowd the sound of splintering lances knights on horseback jousting or on the ground in a test of martial prowess. Knights would come from all over to test their mettle to showcase their skill and honor. 🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1696241805040185765) 2023-08-28T19:22Z 53.2K followers, [----] engagements "My favorite is Perseus the demigod son of Zeus and Dana. Founder of the Perseid dynasty. He was brave and resourceful and honorable and was the man who slew Medusa and rescued Andromeda from a Cetus using the head of Medusa to turn it to stone. To me it was very interesting to receive gifts from other gods for his quest the shield from Athena the winged sandals from Hermes and the helmet from Hades that granted invisibility" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1696243958664303035) 2023-08-28T19:30Z 12.5K followers, [---] engagements ""Since it is so likely that children will meet cruel enemies let them at least have heard of brave knights and heroic courage." - C.S. Lewis" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1696597229128028180) 2023-08-29T18:54Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements "Courage is not simply one of the virtues but the form of every virtue at the testing point which means at the point of highest reality. - C.S. Lewis Courage is a necessity to every person in the world. You MUST be courageous. Being courageous in the face of adversity or terrifying circumstances is what allows you to live a life of virtue and to continue following your own values. When it is the most daunting you still do what is good and what is right. That is courage. Be courageous my friends" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1697677166413062457) 2023-09-01T18:25Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements "When you think of the greatest knight in history many will think of William Marshal many will think of Godfrey of Bouillon perhaps the Black Prince. But the man whom I believe deseves this title is the legendary Castilian Knight Rodrigo Daz de Vivar known as El Cid. 🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1698762967431455194) 2023-09-04T18:20Z 12.5K followers, 35.5K engagements "El Cid was both a Castilian knight and a warlord who would play a pivotal role in the Reconquista of Spain and would take part in combat for both the Christian and Muslim armies" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1698762969444704370) 2023-09-04T18:20Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements "By now in his life Rodrigo would already be well known in the Iberian Peninsula being one of its most renowned warriors" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1698762982891639055) 2023-09-04T18:20Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements "King Sanchos goal would be to unite the Spanish kingdoms under his name. This would lead to wars against Sanchos brother King Alfonso of Leon. Rodrigo would display great courage bravery and martial prowess in these battles and would thus grow his fame" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1698762984955244626) 2023-09-04T18:20Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements "Al-Mutamid was already in an ongoing war with the taifa of Granada due to a contract between the two Rodrigo would fight for the Emir. The two sides would engage in battle and the Emir and Rodrigo would claim victory at the castle of Cabra. Capturing his rival in the process" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1698763003410174086) 2023-09-04T18:20Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements "Al-Mutamid would pay his tribute to Rodrigo as promised as well as bestowed upon him many gifts for his bravery in battle and loyalty to the Emir. Alfonso upon Rodrigos return would praise him for his bravery and prowess in battle" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1698763005658304862) 2023-09-04T18:20Z [--] followers, [----] engagements "The "Cantar de Mio Cid'' is considered one of the earliest works of Spanish literature. A medieval Spanish epic poem celebrating his heroic and legendary accomplishments being written between the years of [----] and [----]. It would immortalize El Cid's bravery and chivalry" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1698763019461759371) 2023-09-04T18:20Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements "@liftyourmind @Scholarrrrrrr @Lessons_History @PhilippusArabus Thank you for the tag my friend I have sent in some threads" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1698840729445941513) 2023-09-04T23:29Z 13.6K followers, [--] engagements "Behold the city of Tallin in Estonia. More specifically the Old Town district known as Vanalinn. The city has its first confirmed written record in [----] achieved city rights [----] and has a first possible appearance in a map in [----]. In [----] the city would be sold to the Teutonic Knights upon the dissolution of the Teutons in [----] it would become property of Sweden. Tallin would see many a conflict over its history including being heavily damaged during the Second World War. It would eventually become the capital of newly independent Estonia in [----]. In these pictures below taken by my brother" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1700560798165176568) 2023-09-09T17:24Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements "This is the Gutenberg Bible. Printed in the year [----] in Mainz Germany by Johann Gutenberg Johann Fust and Peter Schoeffer. Only [--] copies are known to have survived of which [--] are printed on vellum and [--] on paper. Twenty of them being complete. Approximately [---] to [---] copies of the Gutenberg Bible were produced to begin with. The Gutenberg Bible is divided into two volumes: the Old Testament and New Testament. The book is very large and weighs approximately 60-70 pounds (30 kilograms). The Gutenberg Bible played a crucial role in the spread of knowledge and the dissemination of the" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1700942793043026049) 2023-09-10T18:42Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements "For my next thread coming this week. We will dive into the life and accomplishments of Sultan Mehmed II of the Ottoman Empire. The Man Who Conquered Constantinople" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1701823568982507775) 2023-09-13T05:02Z 13.7K followers, [--] engagements "The gleaming illustrious city of Constantinople stood as the seat of the Eastern Roman Empire for over [----] years. In [----] one man would do what a millennia of armies could not. Sultan Mehmed II of the Ottoman Empire. This is his story 🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1702772101730463848) 2023-09-15T19:51Z 13.6K followers, [---] engagements "In [----] Murad II would make peace with the Kingdom of Hungary and abdicate his throne for his son Mehmed" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1702772106398662830) 2023-09-15T19:51Z 13.7K followers, [--] engagements "During Mehmed II's first reign (1444-1446) he would have to deal with incursions and violations of peace by the Kingdom of Hungary the Eastern Roman Empire and the Republic of Venice" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1702772108906897544) 2023-09-15T19:51Z 13.6K followers, [--] engagements "The young Polish king would charge [---] of his Polish knights into the Ottoman center nearly succeeding in capturing Murad. However Wadysaw would die from being beheaded in battle by a mercenary named Kodja Hazar. The body and head of Wadysaw were never recovered" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1702772117547229311) 2023-09-15T19:51Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements "The battle and war would be a massive victory for the Ottomans. In [----] Murad II would return to Edirne to resume the throne. Murad II would rule from [----] to [----] until his death. Mehmed II would formally become Sultan of the Ottoman Empire on February 18th 1451" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1702772120873296211) 2023-09-15T19:51Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements "It was a longstanding dream of Mehmed II to conquer the city of Constantinople for his father. Viewing it as both a strategic and symbolic prize for his empire. The city of Constantinople was the jewel of the Eastern Roman Empire and Mehmed wished for it to be his" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1702772123586990452) 2023-09-15T19:51Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements "For the millennia these walls stood they were not breached. Joined by a sea wall and chain that could be raised across the sea. Constantine believed the city defenses would hold and Mehmed would be just another invader to crash against the mountain of Constantinople" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1702772131753263392) 2023-09-15T19:51Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements "Mehmed was determined to take the Golden Horn and pressure the defenders into submission. He angled one of his cannons such that it could strike the defenders of the chain" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1702772138539643271) 2023-09-15T19:51Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements "By April [--] the ships had circumvented the chain barring the chain itself seized control of all the waters surrounding the city. Having encircled Constantinople in full Mehmed would continue his artillery barrage of the land walls through May the 29th" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1702772141186273516) 2023-09-15T19:51Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements "Although the sultan attempted to prevent a total sack of the city he permitted an initial period of looting that saw the destruction of many Orthodox churches. The city was taken the Eastern Roman Empire had fallen and Mehmed II had done what countless armies couldn't" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1702772150065913872) 2023-09-15T19:51Z 37.8K followers, [----] engagements "Mehmed himself rode through the streets to the cathedral of Hagia Sophia the largest in all of Christendom. Mehmed would convert it into the mosque Ayasofya. He stopped to pray and then demanded that all further looting cease immediately" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1702772152657645640) 2023-09-15T19:51Z 37.8K followers, [----] engagements "He was reported to have stripped off all royal or imperial insignia and to have made his last stand among the rank and file soldiers. A true leader and a true man who led by example without fear" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1702776235166670908) 2023-09-15T20:07Z 13.6K followers, [--] engagements "How often do you find yourself thinking of the Knights Templar" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1702802614562246771) 2023-09-15T21:52Z 12.6K followers, 20.3K engagements "What are your thoughts on the Holy Roman Empire" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1703493260784590985) 2023-09-17T19:36Z 13.5K followers, [----] engagements "Join me this week in my next thread where I shall discuss the rise the reign and the inevitable fall of the Holy Roman Empire. Crown and Cross The Holy Roman Empire" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1704266422363267494) 2023-09-19T22:49Z 12.5K followers, 18.1K engagements "The Holy Roman Empire a vast collection of complex political territories. It stood for over a millennia from the early Middle Ages to the 19th century. Many lands cultures and ideas inhabited it creating one of the most interesting chapters in history. 🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1704622785853624747) 2023-09-20T22:25Z 13.6K followers, 52.1K engagements "Behold Joyeuse. The sword of Medieval legend. This blade said to be the personal weapon of Charlemagne himself was also the sword used to coronate the Kings of France. This tradition began with the coronation of King Louis III in [----] and ended with Charles X in [----]. Kept in the Treasury of Saint-Denis in Paris since at least [----] the sword would be moved to the Louvre in [----]. Some legends say that the sword was forged to contain the Lance of Longinus or the Holy Lance inside the pommel. Said to have been forged from the same materials that forged the legendary blade Durendal sword of the" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1704943603766657079) 2023-09-21T19:40Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements "Perhaps the most important Medieval battle you have never heard of. The Battle of Bouvines. On July 27th [----] the final battle of the Anglo-French War would take place. The Kingdom of France led by King Philip II also known as Philip Augustus would clash with the English allied forces of the Holy Roman Empire. In early [----] an alliance was formed including Otto IV of the Holy Roman Empire King John of England Count Ferrand of Flanders Count Renaud of Boulogne Duke Henry I of Brabant Count William I of Holland Duke Theobald I of Lorraine and Duke Henry III of Limburg. Their goal was to take" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1705293831229309199) 2023-09-22T18:51Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements "There are many stories and legends of both real life and fictional heroes in history from the era of the Middle Ages. From Roland to King Arthur Sir Gawain Godfrey of Bouillon and Saint George. My followers I ask of you who is your favorite hero of the Middle Ages Whos story inspires you the most and why does it resonate with you so much" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1705353196955156532) 2023-09-22T22:47Z 12.6K followers, [----] engagements "Happy Saturday my friends" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1705640913744138443) 2023-09-23T17:50Z 52.9K followers, 39.3K engagements "The Imperial Crown of the Holy Roman Empire created for the imperial coronation of Otto I in [---] AD. On display today in the Imperial Treasury at the Hofburg in Vienna Austria" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1705680295444337134) 2023-09-23T20:27Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements "The Battle of Agincourt. One of the most famous battles of the Middle Ages. A tremendous underdog victory of the valiant English forces that would cement King Henry V into the records of history. Here is the story of the battle. 🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1706049696605618310) 2023-09-24T20:55Z 53K followers, 235.7K engagements "The English army would depart on October 8th to the English stronghold of Calais [----] men strong. Henry would maneuver to deliberately provoke the Dauphin of France Louis. Louis was the son of King Charles VI of France and failed to respond to King Henry's challenge of combat" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1706049714976600200) 2023-09-24T20:55Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements "The French possessed a secondary cavalry force to attack the English rear with it's servants and baggage train" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1706049737621643700) 2023-09-24T20:55Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements "The days leading up to the battle were characterized by heavy rains turning the recently plowed fields of Agincourt into a muddy soggy mess. This would be how the English claimed victory" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1706049740088004872) 2023-09-24T20:55Z [--] followers, [----] engagements "Hello everyone To expand on this here are the topics currently in my pipeline I am working on longform writings for: Knights Templar Holy Roman Empire Teutonic Order King Philip II Augustus Richard the Lionheart [---] Years War This is not the exact order but what is coming" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1706395472783380506) 2023-09-25T19:49Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements "Happy Sunday my friends have a great day" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1708532137375187254) 2023-10-01T17:19Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements "On August 26th [----] English forces traversing northern France were attacked by the French forces. The battle that ensued would be a devastating loss for the French and a great victory for England. The Battle of Crcy 🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1710709630874042706) 2023-10-07T17:32Z 13.6K followers, 28.5K engagements "The Battle of Poitiers fought between the Kingdom of England and the Kingdom of France unfolded on the fields near Poitiers France on September [--] [----] reshaping the course of the war and leaving an indelible mark on the pages of history. 🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1713967516102373409) 2023-10-16T17:17Z 12.5K followers, 23.3K engagements "You My wonderful followers Reply with a picture of a sword be it your favorite sword or a sword you think you would have wielded. This is for science" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1714400102880530769) 2023-10-17T21:56Z 53K followers, 16.1K engagements "Weapons helmets and suits of armor on display at Prague Castle Czech Republic. My favorite being the bird styled suit of armor" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1716543258917011713) 2023-10-23T19:52Z 12.6K followers, [----] engagements "Post a random photo otherwise everything goes wrong this november" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1720939115837857916) 2023-11-04T23:00Z 12.6K followers, [----] engagements "Bringing my Bosworth meme back I refuse to let it die" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1723466066808979827) 2023-11-11T22:21Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements "It is the 12th century. The church seeks to find a means of protecting merchants and Christian pilgrims on the roads to Jerusalem and so one of the most elite chivalric orders was founded. The Knights Templar. Let us begin. 🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1723802579698659561) 2023-11-12T20:38Z 77.1K followers, 254.8K engagements "What is your favorite suit of armor Be it employed in battle or ceremony. Mine would be the suit pictured below belonging to George Clifford the 3rd Earl of Cumberland. On display at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. You can see the masterful detail put into every inch of the armor. Clifford was appointed Queen's Champion in [----] and made a Knight of the Garter [--] years later. You can see on the chest plate the Tudor rose the French fleur-de-lis (then part of the English arms) and the cipher of Elizabeth two Es back to back" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1724541943747694920) 2023-11-14T21:36Z 13.4K followers, [----] engagements "No one IS King Arthur however you can carry yourself in a way to be a symbol of righteousness strength and hope like Arthur. You must be honest be strong be brave in the face of all challenges and obstacles. You must train to be able to protect the innocent and the weak. Remember my friends no matter what you go through in your life God is always watching over you. Make him proud" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1724922175486840897) 2023-11-15T22:47Z 13.4K followers, [----] engagements "In [----] the ruler of Lithuania converted to Christianity and would marry the queen of Poland. When she died he became the King of Poland Wadysaw II Jagieo. The Teutons contested his conversion to Christianity and in [----] the Teutons declared war on Poland and Lithuania" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1729622046399774919) 2023-11-28T22:03Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements "Fast forward to [----]. During summer King Jagiellon joined by Grand Duke Witold of Lithuania would march on the Teutonic Knights and their capital of Marienberg. The Teutons would respond and confront the Polish-Lithuanian invaders between the villages of Grunwald and Tannenberg" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1729622049214050321) 2023-11-28T22:03Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements "My next thread will highlight perhaps one of the most important battles of Medieval Europe and European history as a whole. Charles Martel and his Frankish forces defeat the advancing Umayyad Caliphate at the Battle of Tours. Halting the spread of Islam into Europe. Stay tuned" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1730700219237425505) 2023-12-01T21:27Z 13.5K followers, [----] engagements "The suit of armor you see here is on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City United States. It was assembled and restored in the 1920s. The components were discovered in the ruins of a Venetian fortress at Chalcis on the island of Euboea The island fell to the Turks in [----]. The complete suit displays a full suit of armor of from around [----]. No complete suits survive from this era The armor includes a visored bascinet an early form of a brigandine. It is said portions of the brass at the top edge of the left cuisse (thigh) lower edges of the right greave (lower leg) and" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1732095200225300482) 2023-12-05T17:50Z 38.6K followers, [----] engagements "Below you can see the parade armor of Henry II King of France who reigned from [----] to [----]. The armor contains numerous elaborate decorations and designs adorning it including but not limited to a Roman warrior receiving a tribute of arms on the center of the chest Apollo chasing Daphne and one of King Henry II's badges a crescent moon. To this day there are twenty original surviving design drawings of the suit of armor. One belonging to Jean Cousin the Elder and the rest from tienne Delaunne or Baptiste Pellerin. On display today at the MET in New York City" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1732528407135539612) 2023-12-06T22:32Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements "Parade armor belonging to King Erik XIV of Sweden. Created by Eliseus Libaerts around [----] now on display at the Dresden Armory in Germany" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1733975387636425064) 2023-12-10T22:22Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements "Sallet in the Shape of a Lion's Head housed in the MET in New York City. This helmet is listed as the earliest surviving example of Renaissance armor all'antica which translates to "in the antique style". The lion's head is an outer layer that possesses gilt copper that was embossed. This helmet is meant to represent the head of the Nemean Lion who was slain by legendary hero Hercules. Hercules is said to have worn it's pelt as a headdress and cloak" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1734381022563758188) 2023-12-12T01:13Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements "Today is my 25th revolution around the sun grateful to God for another year of life and grateful to all of you here who have made this year a special one. Here's to many more on X" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1735671230936551769) 2023-12-15T14:40Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements "In response to this the Basques people rebelled. Gothic Spain still followed Witiza's son Akhila. Roderick marched north to quell the rebellion and as he did Akhila and his people appealed to Ms ibn Nuayr who was the Umayyad governor of the Maghreb region of North Africa" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1737543555231428960) 2023-12-20T18:40Z 13.6K followers, [---] engagements "Ms sent an army under the command of riq ibn Ziyd in the year [---] during spring. The army landed at Gibraltar and entered mainland Spain. In July of that year they would defeat Roderick's army in battle" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1737543557550932266) 2023-12-20T18:40Z 13.6K followers, [---] engagements "In [---] Ms arrived with an even larger army and soon the two Muslim commanders would occupy most of the Iberian Peninsula. In [---] Muslim armies crossed the Pyrenees and soon took Narbonne. By [---] Muslim raids were happening as far as Burgundy" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1737543561657172083) 2023-12-20T18:40Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements "In modern day southwest France the region of Aquitaine stood as the frontier against the Umayyads. The Duke of Aquitaine Eudes (Odo) allied himself with the Merovingian Franks. This happened when Odo pledged his daughter and his support to a Berber chieftain named Munusa" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1737543563783676396) 2023-12-20T18:40Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements "If you see this tweet you have to mention one of your favorite paintings. If you see this tweet you have to mention one of your favourite paintings. https://t.co/UrYZGFsh3L If you see this tweet you have to mention one of your favourite paintings. https://t.co/UrYZGFsh3L" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1739839774431568029) 2023-12-27T02:45Z 13.6K followers, 11.7K engagements "These behemoth swords of Hungarian origin date back to the 14th century. They are on display today at Topkapi Palace in Istanbul. These swords are purely ceremonial and are too large and heavy to be practical weapons. The middle sword is about [---] cm long or [--] foot [--] inches" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1742694949496234000) 2024-01-03T23:50Z 13.7K followers, 28.5K engagements "The streets of York England" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1743426706835230775) 2024-01-06T00:18Z 13.8K followers, [----] engagements "My next thread will cover one of the most interesting prominent and legendary kings of the period King Philip II of France also known as Philip Augustus" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1745245393586213010) 2024-01-11T00:45Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements "Teutonic Knights for life something about knights + snow hits me a different type of way. Choose your medieval military orderWho you got https://t.co/qGDifCqrsY Choose your medieval military orderWho you got https://t.co/qGDifCqrsY" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1745355341951344758) 2024-01-11T08:01Z [--] followers, [----] engagements "If you could go back in time and be a witness to one single historical event between [---] AD and [----] AD what would it be Mine would be the coronation of Charlemagne the siege of Jerusalem during the First Crusade or Richard the Lionheart at the battle of Jaffa" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1746070500307046818) 2024-01-13T07:23Z 13.7K followers, 13.9K engagements "@Torh36 Agreed. I believe the Teutons as well as the Hospitallers and all the other knightly orders take a backseat to the Templars. They deserve to be talked about and remembered by many more people" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1746072982009663589) 2024-01-13T07:33Z 13.7K followers, [--] engagements "When I was a kid I thought knights were cool. They still are. That's why I study this. No your eyes are not deceiving you. This was published in Teen Vogue. https://t.co/kZqtftZniA No your eyes are not deceiving you. This was published in Teen Vogue. https://t.co/kZqtftZniA" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1746645938750316587) 2024-01-14T21:30Z [--] followers, [----] engagements "To my dearest followers I will be taking a week off here as this morning my lovely grandmother passed away and I wish to spend time with my family. I apologize for the delay on the King Philip Augustus thread it will be posted when I return. Be safe" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1752486328480997797) 2024-01-31T00:17Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements "King Philip II of France also known as Philip Augustus reigned as the monarch of France from [----] to [----]. He played a major role in shaping the medieval history of France and is often regarded as one of the most successful and capable kings of his time. Here is his story.🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1757215548184604823) 2024-02-13T01:30Z 14K followers, 73.1K engagements "During the siege the Count of Flanders would die and King Philip would fall ill with dysentery. Citing the major issues that could happen as a result of the Count's death Philip returned to France to settle it" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1757215571785941073) 2024-02-13T01:30Z 14K followers, [----] engagements "Despite the promises he made to Richard King Philip prepared to attack his lands in France and retake them for himself. When informed about this Richard attempted to return home but was taken prisoner by Leopold V of Babenberg Duke of Austria" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1757215574034125126) 2024-02-13T01:30Z 14K followers, [----] engagements "Give me a Godfrey of Bouillon movie you cowards What stories would you like to see on the big screen https://t.co/UIEBYh35W8 What stories would you like to see on the big screen https://t.co/UIEBYh35W8" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1759019382548631998) 2024-02-18T00:57Z 14K followers, [----] engagements "Square du Vert Galant in Paris a park with a sinister past. This scenic park in Paris sits by the river Seine however in its history it was the site of numerous executions. Most notably the site of the execution of Templars Jacques de Molay and Geoffroi de Charney who were burned at the stake for heresy in [----]. Before his death during his execution Jacques de Molay the final Grand Master of the Knights Templar put a curse upon Pope Clement V and King Philip IV stating that they would not live more than [--] year after his execution. Sure enough Pope Clement V would die one month later and King" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1759664324350480409) 2024-02-19T19:40Z 14K followers, [----] engagements "If you were a knight and could choose only [--] weapon to carry into battle. What would it be If the weapon is used with one hand you get to have a shield of course" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1763675233657983252) 2024-03-01T21:18Z 14K followers, 13.7K engagements "Would you all be interested in threads about day to day life in the Middle Ages I was thinking about creating a thread about what it was like to endure a medieval winter" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1773192510413611303) 2024-03-28T03:36Z 16.8K followers, 47.7K engagements "Winter is typically the harshest and most unforgiving season. This was no different in the Medieval era. In [----] lasting until around [----] there was a period known as the "little ice age". This meant the winters would be far more colder and more dangerous" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1773781776382443758) 2024-03-29T18:38Z 16.8K followers, 15.4K engagements "To all my followers who celebrate Easter I hope you had a marvelous day. God bless you all Content posts will resume tomorrow" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1774607078398537913) 2024-04-01T01:17Z 16.8K followers, [----] engagements "Vlad the Impaler was the Prince of Wallachia known for his stand against the Ottomans advancing on his lands and his infamous executions and the blood he spilled in the process. Here is the story of the legendary hero of Romania and how he stood against the Ottoman Empire. 🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1776348052078375199) 2024-04-05T20:35Z 18.2K followers, 149.1K engagements "Vlad was born in [----] in Sighisoara Transylvania now modern day Romania. He was the second of four brothers sons of Vlad II Dracul" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1776348054406246748) 2024-04-05T20:35Z 18K followers, [----] engagements "The sobriquet "Dracula" meant son of Dracul in the modern language of Romania it would mean "son of the Devil" but at that time it meant "son of the dragon"" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1776348056578843030) 2024-04-05T20:35Z 18.1K followers, [----] engagements "In [----] Vlad returned home after learning of the assassination of his father and his elder brother by the scheming Wallachian boyars that took place a year prior" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1776348066947154414) 2024-04-05T20:35Z 18.1K followers, [----] engagements "The two were murdered after John Hunyadi the regent governor of Hungary invaded Wallachia in [----]. Hunyadi would install Vlad's second cousin Vladislav II as the new ruler" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1776348069535117435) 2024-04-05T20:35Z 18.1K followers, [----] engagements "Following this Hunyadi and Vladislav would lead a campaign against the Ottomans in the fall of [----]. Vlad III would return home by breaking into Wallachia with Ottoman support" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1776348071972020595) 2024-04-05T20:35Z 18.1K followers, [----] engagements "In [----] Vlad went to Moldavia and later to Hungary after Vladislav returned home to Wallachia. The relations between the Hungarians and Vladislav would fall apart and in [----] Vlad would invade Wallachia with the help of the Hungarians" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1776348074111033605) 2024-04-05T20:35Z 18.1K followers, [----] engagements "Vlad and his men would fail to kill Mehmed but still slew about [-----] to [-----] Ottomans inside the camp. Mehmed would march on the Wallachian capital and would see true horror" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1776348098274492442) 2024-04-05T20:36Z 17.2K followers, [----] engagements "Mehmed saw with his own eyes [-----] impaled Turks who Vlad killed during his invasion of Bulgaria. The following was written: "The sultan's army entered into the area of the impalements which was seventeen stades long and seven stades wide. There were large stakes there on which as it was said about twenty thousand men women and children had been spitted quite a sight for the Turks and the sultan himself. The sultan was seized with amazement and said that it was not possible to deprive of his country a man who had done such great deeds who had such a diabolical understanding of how to govern" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1776348101390831909) 2024-04-05T20:36Z 17.2K followers, [----] engagements "Nothing represents a noble family more than a coat of arms I am happy to announce that my friend @westernexile and I will be creating an educational series dedicated to the coats of arms of Europe He will focus on Italy and I will focus on the medieval Holy Roman Empire A coat of arms was the lifeblood of a noble family. It would be used to distinguish a member of a noble family like a knight in events such as tournaments or in battle I hope you join us on this adventure through history and for the coming months stay to learn about many of the greatest families of European history" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1777351231687499956) 2024-04-08T15:02Z 17.3K followers, 11K engagements "This is my political philosophy This is my philosophy of governance. https://t.co/3D5HBzBjeQ This is my philosophy of governance. https://t.co/3D5HBzBjeQ" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1778159655723667934) 2024-04-10T20:34Z 18K followers, 16.8K engagements "The Order of the Dragon was a monarchical chivalric order from the Holy Roman Empire. It was charged to defend the cross and fight the enemies of Christianity primarily the Ottoman Empire. Here is the story of these Imperial Knights and their order a thread.🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1778891353784525128) 2024-04-12T21:02Z 23.6K followers, 306.2K engagements "The Order was founded in [----] by Sigismund of Luxembourg who at the time was King of Hungary and Croatia but would later become Holy Roman Emperor" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1778891356481388912) 2024-04-12T21:02Z 18.1K followers, 11.9K engagements "The events leading up to the order's foundation were crucial. In [----] Pope Boniface IX proclaimed a crusade against the Ottomans to halt their expansion. The Christians aimed to liberate Bulgaria and put a stop to the Ottoman conquest which led to the Battle of Nicopolis" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1778891358905803237) 2024-04-12T21:02Z 18.1K followers, 11.1K engagements "Sigismund was nominally in charge of the crusader forces at Nicopolis. However French leader John of Nevers took control of the French forces in the army and charged the Turks ignoring Sigismund's orders" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1778891361225183546) 2024-04-12T21:02Z 18.1K followers, 10.2K engagements "This move would see the death of around [-----] crusaders much of the army was destroyed and [----] prisoners would be executed. A crushing defeat for the Christian forces. Sigismund escaped and returned to Hungary in 1401" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1778891363737604170) 2024-04-12T21:02Z 18.1K followers, [----] engagements "The mission of the order was to combat the Ottoman Empire and defend the Hungarian monarchy from foreign and domestic enemies as well as protect the Catholic Church from pagans and heretics" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1778891374441472130) 2024-04-12T21:02Z 18.1K followers, [----] engagements "Countries that were a part of this order included Wallachia Moldavia the Serbian Despotate Croatia and more" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1778891377234899392) 2024-04-12T21:02Z 18.1K followers, [----] engagements "Eventually Sigismund chose to expand the ranks and in [----] and [----] a second group of inductees were added to the order. After the death of Sigismund in [----] the order lost prominence. However many Hungarian noble families would retain the emblem in their coat of arms" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1778891388823773226) 2024-04-12T21:02Z 18.1K followers, [----] engagements "Many notable members of the order included Alfonso V of Aragon Fruzhin Prince of Bulgaria Vlad II Dracul (Father of Vlad the Impaler) and Oswald von Wolkenstein" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1778891391558418865) 2024-04-12T21:02Z 20.8K followers, [----] engagements "Foreign allies of the Order of the Dragon who did not swear an oath of loyalty included Grand Duke Vytautas of Lithuania King Ladislaus II of Poland who was Sigismund's former brother in law and most interesting was King Henry V of England" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1778891394192466109) 2024-04-12T21:02Z 20.8K followers, [----] engagements "What is your favorite Medieval castle" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1779618037491978483) 2024-04-14T21:09Z 18.3K followers, [----] engagements "Castle of the Week #1: Malbork Castle Once a stronghold to the mighty Teutonic Knights as they sought to conquer. This castle stands as a testament to the grandeur of Medieval Europe. Here is the story of the Castle of the Teutonic Order in Malbork a fortress of the past. 🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1780714101100228923) 2024-04-17T21:45Z 32.3K followers, 59.4K engagements "Malbork Castle was constructed in the 13th century in the town of Malbork Poland. Constructed by the Teutonic Knights after their conquest of the lands of old Prussia. It is located on the southern bank of the Nogat river" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1780714104455594447) 2024-04-17T21:45Z 32.3K followers, [----] engagements "After the conquests of Gdask and Eastern Pomerania in [----] the castle of Malbork became increasingly important. The administrative center of the order was moved to Marienburg from Elbing. Grand Master of the Order Siegfried von Feuchtwangen would take control of construction" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1780714112655503438) 2024-04-17T21:45Z 32.3K followers, [----] engagements "Grand Master Siegfried was the 15th Grand Master of the order. He served from [----] to [----] until his death he is now buried in the cathedral in Chema Poland" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1780714115981578602) 2024-04-17T21:45Z 32.2K followers, [----] engagements "The orders headquarters was previously in Venice Italy before the persecution of the Knights Templar. The Teutonic Knights then chose to move their headquarters to Marienburg" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1780714118737220002) 2024-04-17T21:45Z 18.4K followers, [----] engagements "As did other castles along the river the Teutons would collect river tolls from passing ships. The Knights had a monopoly on the trade of amber. When the city of Malbork became a member of the Hanseatic League many meetings were held within the castle walls" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1780714126752489929) 2024-04-17T21:45Z 23.2K followers, [----] engagements "In the year [----] the future Grand Duke of Lithuania Kestutis was imprisoned within the castle for a brief period of time. Later on in [----] the Polish king Casimir III the Great visited the castle" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1780714130317725953) 2024-04-17T21:45Z 23.2K followers, [----] engagements "During the siege the 27th Grand Master of the order Heinrich von Plauen led the defense of the castle. The Teutonic Knights would claim victory and successfully defend their fortress in the Siege of Marienburg" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1780714137192116555) 2024-04-17T21:45Z 32.3K followers, [----] engagements "During the Thirteen Years War in [----] raised taxes to pay for ransoms due to their wars with the Kingdom of Poland and faced intense opposition for it. In [----] King Casimir IV Jagiellon entered Malbork and seized it. The local mayor Bartholomus Blume resisted the Polish forces for three years he would be subsequently captured by them and sentenced to death in 1460" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1780714140769960096) 2024-04-17T21:45Z 32.3K followers, [----] engagements "Here you can see photos of the castle walls as well as the inner corridors of the cloisters" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1780714167043010560) 2024-04-17T21:45Z 32.3K followers, [----] engagements "Malbork Castle stands today as UNESCO World Heritage Site and a Historic Monument of Poland. It is a popular tourist site and stands as a testament to the deep history of the region" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1780714170553606264) 2024-04-17T21:45Z 32.3K followers, [----] engagements "The greatest knight who ever lived. William Marshal was an English knight a man of honor and integrity. A man who served five kings fought in the crusades became a Templar and was an undefeated tournament champion. This is the story of the greatest knight a thread. 🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1781387404491854169) 2024-04-19T18:20Z 23.8K followers, 493.4K engagements "19000 followers Did you know we now have amassed a following [----] people more than how many crusaders laid siege to Jerusalem in [----] Thank you all for your support We are now [---] followers from [-----] Let us keep pushing" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1781801010735755598) 2024-04-20T21:43Z 23.5K followers, 32.3K engagements "Only [--] hours later we have crossed the [-----] follower line. I am in disbelief to reach a number like this. I began this journey less than a year ago to teach people about the Middle Ages and what I love. I am grateful for all of your support and to God for guiding me" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1782134186368807152) 2024-04-21T19:47Z 23.5K followers, 111.4K engagements "What was your opinion on The King starring Timothee Chalamet" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1783613750756704646) 2024-04-25T21:47Z 26.8K followers, 308.9K engagements "Set against the backdrop of 14th century France. Knights Jacques le Gris and Jean de Carrouges engaged in a brutal trial by combat. A tale of brotherhood accusation and betrayal. A tale of comrades in arms would end in violent bloodshed. Here is the story of The Last Duel 🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1783928633423253613) 2024-04-26T18:38Z 23.6K followers, 105.4K engagements "What followed was legal proceedings against Le Gris with Count Pierre acting as judge. Pierre acquitted Le Gris of the crime and claimed that Marguerite was simply dreaming of the attack" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1783928674636431562) 2024-04-26T18:38Z 48K followers, [----] engagements "What was your favorite Kingdom in the Middle Ages It could be for any reason Their architecture artwork how their soldiers looked. Anything Mine would be the Kingdom of France. [--]. I like the flag [--]. French Knights were cool as hell [--]. Victors of the Hundred Years War [--]. Contributed to the development of legal systems [--]. Expansion of Territory through strategic marriages conquests and treaties" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1784696460270801206) 2024-04-28T21:29Z 23.6K followers, 12.8K engagements "@CraigLo15187569 This is so cool Very well put together and I love the paint jobs Well done and thank you for sharing" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1784701133551751471) 2024-04-28T21:48Z 23.6K followers, [---] engagements "My thread of King Baldwin IV has been directly copied. Look at this tweet from Steven as proof. This guy @_PowerOfWord_ stole this entire thread from @MedievalScholar https://t.co/2LXfigi3if This guy @_PowerOfWord_ stole this entire thread from @MedievalScholar https://t.co/2LXfigi3if" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1784705791489880385) 2024-04-28T22:06Z 23.7K followers, 25.6K engagements "ON THIS DAY in [----] Joan of Arc entered the besieged Orlans with her troops marking the beginning of a history defining defense" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1784896264645059020) 2024-04-29T10:43Z 23.7K followers, [----] engagements "Castle of the Week #3: Chteau Gaillard Built by the legendary Richard the Lionheart this castle witnessed a long history siege and battle for centuries and now sits above Les Andelys France as a monument to its past. Here is its story 🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1785745551012594019) 2024-05-01T18:58Z 26.8K followers, 35.5K engagements "William of Newburgh wrote: "the king was not moved by this to slacken one whit the pace of work in which he took such keen pleasure that unless I am mistaken even if an angel had descended from heaven to urge its abandonment he would have been roundly cursed."" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1785745565793329181) 2024-05-01T18:58Z 23.9K followers, [---] engagements "At one point upon capturing three soldiers of the King of France responsible for a massacre of Welsh mercenaries that were ambushed Richard had the soldiers executed by throwing them from the cliffs the castle sat atop" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1785745568205099255) 2024-05-01T18:58Z 23.9K followers, [---] engagements "THE DYNASTIES OF THE HOLY ROMAN EMPIRE 🧵 The House of Hohenstaufen Origin: Swabia States: Duchy of Swabia Holy Roman Empire Kingdoms of Italy Sicily and Jerusalem. Titles: Holy Roman Emperor Duke of Swabia King of Italy Sicily Jerusalem Burgundy Count of Burgundy" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1786098034377375882) 2024-05-02T18:18Z 29.4K followers, 115K engagements "In [----] in an isolated instance Holy Roman Emperor Frederick II referred to his family as "domus Stoffensis" translating to Staufer House" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1786098044816990469) 2024-05-02T18:18Z 26.2K followers, [----] engagements "In the 12th century a German churchman by the name of Otto of Freising who participated in the 2nd Crusade referred to the Staufer with the town of Waiblingen in Germany. A German priest named Burchard of Ursperg dubbed the Staufer the "royal lineage of the Waiblingens"" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1786098047144919068) 2024-05-02T18:18Z 26.8K followers, [----] engagements "In a pedigree created by Abbot Wibald of Stavelot at the request of Holy Roman Emperor Frederick Barbarossa in [----] he mentions a count named Frederick as the progenitor of the family" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1786098052278689963) 2024-05-02T18:18Z 26.8K followers, [----] engagements "This Frederick had a son Frederick of Bren who married the niece of Pope Leo IX named Hildegard of Egisheim-Dagsburg. Their son Frederick I would become Duke of Swabia and appointed at Hohenstaufen Castle by Salian King Henry IV of Germany" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1786098054824878142) 2024-05-02T18:18Z 26.8K followers, [----] engagements "Upon the death of Frederick I his son Duke Frederick II succeeded him in [----]. He and his brother Conrad became the King's representatives in Germany while he was in Italy" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1786098057324511361) 2024-05-02T18:18Z 26.7K followers, [----] engagements "The Northern Crusades. A collection of military campaigns in the Baltic region of Europe to convert the pagan people there to Christianity by Catholic military orders primarily the Teutonic Order. Here is the story of these campaigns and the bloodshed and zeal behind them 🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1786490383066612111) 2024-05-03T20:17Z 31.1K followers, 629.7K engagements "The Northern Crusades began officially in [----] with the call by Pope Celestine III. Christian monarchs throughout Europe sought the Christianization of land that included modern day Estonia Finland Latvia Lithuania Poland and Russia" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1786490386048766061) 2024-05-03T20:17Z 29.5K followers, 29.4K engagements "Knights throughout Europe primarily the Teutonic Order were sent to these northern lands to convert pagan Baltic Finnic and West Slavic people to Christianity as well as Orthodox Christian East Slavs" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1786490388359823844) 2024-05-03T20:17Z 29.5K followers, 27.5K engagements "The first campaign in the Northern Crusades was against the Livonians in part of present day Latvia. Bishop Berthold of Hanover landed in Livonia in [----] the crusaders won their first battle however Bishop Berthold was slain during the battle" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1786490390645751913) 2024-05-03T20:17Z 29.5K followers, 28.5K engagements "One year later in [----] Albert of Buxhoeveden was appointed to Christianize the Baltic lands by Archbishop Hartwig II of Bremen. Albert would die [--] years later by the time of his death the Christianization and conquest of modern day Estonia and northern Latvia was complete" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1786490393464315989) 2024-05-03T20:17Z 29.5K followers, 25.3K engagements "Albert toured the Empire he preached a crusade that was assisted by a papal bull. The papal bull declared that fighting against the Baltic "heathens" was the same as fighting in the Holy Land. In [----] the Livonian Brothers of the Sword were created" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1786490396140339233) 2024-05-03T20:17Z 26.8K followers, 22.8K engagements "Pope Innocent III dedicated the Baltic lands to the Virgin Mary in an effort to increase recruitment to his army. One of the names given to Livonia at the time was actually Terra Mariana (Land of Mary)" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1786490398665249123) 2024-05-03T20:17Z 26.8K followers, 23K engagements "There was a battle near Viljandi on September 21st [----] Kaupo the Livonian leader was slain in battle but the battle itself was a crushing defeat for the Estonians who also lost their leader Lembitu in battle" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1786490415794811072) 2024-05-03T20:18Z 29.4K followers, 13.5K engagements "Denmark and Sweden also sought conquests in the Baltic. While Sweden's attempt in [----] failed King Valdemar II of Denmark established control over northern Estonia after the Battle of Lindanise in 1219" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1786490418672087133) 2024-05-03T20:18Z 29.5K followers, 13.1K engagements "At Grunwald which is also referred to as the First Battle of Tannenberg the Lithuanians aided by the Poles Tatars Moldovans and Czechs dealt the Teutonic Knights a crushing defeat" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1786490432781783254) 2024-05-03T20:18Z 26.8K followers, 13.4K engagements "A fun fact to follow up Grunwald was that in the First World War when the German Empire's forces defeated the Russians they called it the Battle of Tannenberg to claim vengeance for the defeat at Grunwald centuries earlier" [X Link](https://x.com/MedievalScholar/status/1786490435533246838) 2024-05-03T20:18Z 27.8K followers, 10.8K engagements Limited data mode. Full metrics available with subscription: lunarcrush.com/pricing
@MedievalScholar The Medieval Scholar
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"@archi_tradition I personally love both Eltz Castle and Neuschwanstein Castle both which look absolutely marvelous in the winter"
X Link 2023-07-04T22:45Z 13.7K followers, [--] engagements
"@Lessons_History I particularly am excited to see the Ridley Scott flair on the absolute carnage of some of these battles"
X Link 2023-07-10T17:44Z 13.7K followers, [---] engagements
"The Battle of Stamford Bridge took place on September [--] [----] near the village of Stamford Bridge in Yorkshire England. The battle was fought between the forces of Harold Godwinson and an invading Norwegian army led by King Harald Hardrada of Norway"
X Link 2023-07-10T18:02Z 71.4K followers, [---] engagements
"King Harald Hardrada along with his ally Tostig Godwinson (Harold's brother and former Earl of Northumbria) aimed to claim the English throne for themselves. They landed in northern England with a fleet of around [---] ships and an estimated army of [----] to [----] men"
X Link 2023-07-10T18:02Z 71.4K followers, [---] engagements
"The battle began with the Teutonic Knights launching a ferocious assault hoping to exploit their superior cavalry and heavy armor. However the frozen lake surface proved treacherous for their mounted troops hindering their mobility and rendering their advantages less effective"
X Link 2023-07-12T01:33Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements
"As the battle raged the ice surface weakened under the weight of the armored knights and horses. This proved disastrous for the Teutonic Knights as the ice began to break causing chaos and hindering their movements further"
X Link 2023-07-12T01:33Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Over time the Teutonic Order shifted its focus from military conquest to charitable works education and healthcare. They established numerous hospitals schools and orphanages leaving an indelible mark on the communities they served"
X Link 2023-07-12T00:55Z 23K followers, [----] engagements
"We hit [---] followers while I was asleep. I appreciate you all so much and I will continue to do my best to bring only the best content. To celebrate I will be making an extensive thread on the [---] Years War. I look forward to posting it Thank you all again"
X Link 2023-07-12T17:43Z 53.2K followers, [----] engagements
"@PalamismRspctr @0xAlaric I never thought a goofy satire tweet would make so many people so mad. Some of the jokes in the replies were funny though The one thing I will never stand for is people falsely accusing me of spreading ideas of f*scism. I'm just someone who loves history and wishes to teach"
X Link 2023-07-12T22:06Z [--] followers, 28.2K engagements
"The Hundred Years' War (1337-1453) was a series of intermittent conflicts between the Kingdom of England and the Kingdom of France. The roots of this conflict can be traced back to the early 14th century amidst political dynastic and territorial tensions"
X Link 2023-07-13T19:56Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Today let us dive into another key order of knights. The Hospitaller. From origins as caretakers of the sick and wounded to a mighty militaristic order. Here is my thread. The Knights Hospitaller: 🧵"
X Link 2023-07-15T02:49Z 12.6K followers, 85K engagements
"Today we shall cover the legendary Jomsvikings. Famed Viking mercenaries and conquerors who struck fear into the hearts of their enemies. Let it be known these warriors are semi-mythical. With little events that can be confirmed as fact. This is their story. 🧵"
X Link 2023-07-18T02:44Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Today I would like to travel to my ancestral homeland of Ireland. To talk about the renowned mercenaries. The Gallowglass. These fearsome Viking descendant warriors were hired by battling lords to crush their enemies. 🧵"
X Link 2023-07-20T00:51Z 13.6K followers, 117.2K engagements
"Today I would like to try something new and engage with my followers I have a task for you. Reply with your favorite medieval weapon and helmet. Here is mine"
X Link 2023-07-20T17:39Z 13.7K followers, 10.2K engagements
"Today I would like to take a deeper dive into a unit I briefly mentioned during my thread on King Harald Hardrada the Varangian Guard. This legendary unit of elite warriors hails from the Byzantine Empire and would come to be known as the Vikings of Byzantium. 🧵"
X Link 2023-07-20T20:26Z 14.5K followers, 68.7K engagements
"The Varangian Guard was founded in the 10th century by Emperor Basil II. Drawn by the promise of adventure gold and glory these Norsemen and Rus warriors left their Scandinavian homelands and journeyed to Constantinople known to the Norse as Miklagard or "The Great City""
X Link 2023-07-20T20:26Z 14.5K followers, [----] engagements
"King Baldwin IV. One of Jerusalem's most remarkable rulers. Faced with insurmountable odds from childhood Baldwin defied expectations and became one of the most significant rulers of his time. A Thread: The Leper King 🧵"
X Link 2023-07-31T11:01Z 13.6K followers, 385.7K engagements
"The German technique of Mordhau or alternatively Mordstreich or Mordschlag translates to (in order): "murder-stroke" "murder-strike" or "murder-blow". This technique would involve gripping the sword with both hands on the blade and smashing the opponent with the pommel or"
X Link 2023-07-31T20:46Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements
"The Black Army of Hungary was founded in [----] and personally employed by King Matthias Corvinus after his ascension to the throne of Hungary following the death of his father John Hunyadi"
X Link 2023-08-03T18:13Z 53.3K followers, [----] engagements
"Corvinus was inspired on the idea of the professional mercenary army because of his juvenile readings about the life of Julius Caesar. Corvinus would take the establishment of the hussars the light cavalry which harassed the enemy raided supply lines and did reconnaissance"
X Link 2023-08-05T05:30Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements
"First Battle of St. Albans (1455) by Graham Turner. Fought in the city of St. Albans on May [--] [----]. This battle would mark the beginning of the War of the Roses between houses York and Lancaster. The battle was a decisive Yorkist victory and they even captured King Henry VI"
X Link 2023-08-05T17:25Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements
"The Wars of the Roses England is sent into turmoil war between two of it's largest houses has erupted and bloodshed is inevitable. What caused this conflict and what were some of the most pivotal moments Let's begin 🧵"
X Link 2023-08-06T18:17Z 12.5K followers, 20.4K engagements
"Richard of Gloucester would have Edward and his brother placed in the Tower of London eventually being declared illegitimate and Richard would become King Richard III of England"
X Link 2023-08-06T18:17Z 13.7K followers, [---] engagements
"Very hopeful for this as I'm sure all who have submitted are. Best of luck to everybody It would be a tremendous honor to be included"
X Link 2023-08-07T04:04Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Check it out if you havent seen it 👇"
X Link 2023-08-07T17:04Z 12.6K followers, [----] engagements
"The English Longbow one of history's most powerful and equally feared weapons. Utilized by the English army to decimate it's opponents on the battlefield. For it's time it was a marvel and was unmatched by other archers of other armies. Effective use of the English Longbow required extensive training and physical strength. Archers started training from a young age and practiced for years to achieve the strength and accuracy necessary to be effective in battle. The best were constructed from yew and have required a force of as much as [---] to [---] pounds (70 to [--] kg) to draw and shot arrows"
X Link 2023-08-07T19:01Z 13.6K followers, 21K engagements
"The European Longsword one of the most iconic weapons ever created. Characterized by its two-handed grip relatively long blade and versatile design suitable for both cutting and thrusting. The longsword typically has a straight double-edged blade that measures from around [--] to [--] inches (90 to [---] cm) in length and weighing about [--] to 1.5kg (2lb 3oz to 3lb 5oz). The hilt of the sword is designed to accommodate both hands allowing for more control and power during swings and thrusts. The hilt often includes a cross-shaped guard to protect the user's hand and a pommel at the end to help"
X Link 2023-08-08T18:04Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Today I would like to tell you about the poleaxe one of the most efficient versatile and deadly weapons of the Middle Ages. The poleaxe was a popular weapon during the Middle Ages and Renaissance periods primarily used by knights foot soldiers and men-at-arms in battle. Measuring about 1.22.0m (46.5ft) long and weighing between [--] and [--] pounds / [---] and 3.175kg. These weapons would consist of a long wooden shaft with an axe blade at the top along with a spear tip and a hammer end on the other side. Created with combating heavy plate armor in mind these weapons offered many options whether it"
X Link 2023-08-09T17:40Z 13.7K followers, 21.3K engagements
"My next thread is tomorrow I will discuss the life and accomplishments of perhaps Englands greatest ruler King Alfred the Great"
X Link 2023-08-10T16:52Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements
"The mighty cavalry charges horses galloping towards the enemy line heavily armored knights on horseback prepare for contact. These soldiers wield the mighty lance a devastating weapon that cavalry would use to decimate their foes for centuries. A lance is typically a long pole weapon with a pointed tip. It's designed for thrusting attacks where the rider charges forward on horseback to use the momentum of the horse and the length of the lance to deliver a powerful and accurate strike. The length of the lance allowed the rider to maintain a distance from their opponent while still delivering a"
X Link 2023-08-10T17:41Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements
"I've been notified that I qualify for ad revenue here on X I want to thank each and every single one of you who support me here. I would not be where I am right now without your support. I will do my best to continue making good content for you all I love what I do here. Thank you"
X Link 2023-08-11T00:05Z 53.3K followers, 21.6K engagements
"Alfred the Great perhaps the greatest king England has ever had. From promoting learning and literacy to seeking to unite all of England to defending against invading Danes. He is one of mankind's greatest rulers. Here is his story.🧵"
X Link 2023-08-11T18:28Z 13.7K followers, 250.4K engagements
"Alfred recognized the importance of having a strong navy to defend against Viking naval attacks. He expanded and improved his kingdom's naval capabilities and would become known as the "Father of the English Navy." Constructing a fleet that would exist to repel invaders"
X Link 2023-08-11T18:28Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Alfred's military successes also included his strategic construction of burhs fortified towns and strongholds. These defenses provided safety for his people but also created a string of fortified points that made it difficult for Vikings to sack his kingdom unchecked"
X Link 2023-08-11T18:28Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements
""Be without fear in the face of your enemies. Be brave and upright that God may love thee. Speak the truth even if it leads to your death. Safeguard the helpless and do no wrong. This is your oath.""
X Link 2023-08-12T01:14Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Thank you for your support on my most recent thread have a great day my friends"
X Link 2023-08-12T18:12Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Goodnight my friends. Rest well tomorrow is the Lord's Day. May you have a great rest of your night and a wonderful day tomorrow"
X Link 2023-08-13T01:42Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements
"This is the Siege of Acre [----] an oil canvas painting by French artist Dominique Papety. It displays the Mamluks laying siege to the city of Acre while the city's defenders led by Hospitaller Marshal Matthew of Clermont wearing red fend them off atop the walls. It shows the chaos of warfare but also the bravery and courage of a valiant man and his comrades defending the city and the innocents inside of it from invaders. Matthew would fight valiantly aiding in the escape of many civilians by sea and would ultimately give his life during intense street combat in the Genoese district of the"
X Link 2023-08-13T20:35Z 12.5K followers, 17.7K engagements
"The First Crusade a tale of religious fervor a holy war beginning with a call to arms in [----] by the Pope himself. This event would change history forever. What was the cause of the Crusade How would it play out and how did the Christian army claim victory in the end 🧵"
X Link 2023-08-15T18:50Z 13.6K followers, 80K engagements
"The Siege of Nicaea would be a big victory for the Christians and would result in the restoration of the city to the Byzantine Empire. After this they continued marching spirits high. Defeating Kilij in the Battle of Dorylaeum and by October the crusaders would reach Antioch"
X Link 2023-08-15T18:50Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements
"300 from the pantheon of 10k how shall we achieve it my friends"
X Link 2023-08-16T19:45Z 12.6K followers, [----] engagements
"I remember it being requested after talking about the Teutonic Order and the Knights Hospitaller so I will do it. My next thread the leper knights themselves. The Knights of the Order of Saint Lazarus"
X Link 2023-08-17T00:07Z 13.7K followers, 17.4K engagements
""When I was sixteen I won a great victory. I felt in that moment I would live to be a hundred. Now I know I shall not see thirty. None of us know our end really or what hand will guide us there. A king may move a man a father may claim a son but that man can also move himself and only then does that man truly begin his own game. Remember that howsoever you are played or by whom your soul is in your keeping alone even though those who presume to play you be kings or men of power. When you stand before God you cannot say "But I was told by others to do thus" or that virtue was not convenient at"
X Link 2023-08-17T16:08Z 13.7K followers, 438.1K engagements
"We have hit [-----] followers. A number I did not imagine to hit within five months of creating this account. Thank you to all who follow and support me it means the world My next thread is being posted on Saturday so stay tuned. Until then thank you my friends and have a great night"
X Link 2023-08-18T01:53Z 13.6K followers, 44.9K engagements
"Happy Friday my friends the weekend is almost upon us. Finish the week strong"
X Link 2023-08-18T18:53Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Saint George prominent figure in Christianity revered as a martyr and a hero. Celebrated in the Eastern Orthodox Catholic Anglican and other Christian denominations. He is the patron saint of England. Saint George was a Christian soldier and martyr who is believed to have lived during the late 3rd century to early 4th century AD. He was born in Cappadocia (modern-day Turkey) and served as a Roman soldier in the army of Emperor Diocletian. He refused to renounce his Christian faith despite orders to do so. As a result he faced persecution and was eventually executed for his refusal to recant"
X Link 2023-08-18T20:27Z 12.5K followers, 86.6K engagements
"If you are interested in other eras of military history I suggest following this account [--] solid threads of content here so far"
X Link 2023-08-19T01:26Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements
"The Knights of Saint Lazarus These warriors suffered from leprosy their order was founded on humble origins during the crusades and they would be known for treating those sick with the disease. But they would later form a military side. An army of the living dead.🧵"
X Link 2023-08-19T18:48Z 13.6K followers, 96K engagements
"The Zweihander the mighty greatswords forged in Germany. Evolving from the longswords of the late Middle Ages these behemoths would find their use primarily in the 16th century. The word Zweihander translates simply to "two-hander" in German. These weapons would weigh about 4-5 pounds. Some existed around 8+ pounds but these were typically confined to use in ceremonies. Zweihanders would tower to about [--] foot [--] inches to [--] feet tall and due to their large size would not have a sheathe and instead carried over the shoulder like a polearm. Used with long stabs or wide cleaves with their"
X Link 2023-08-20T19:30Z 13.6K followers, 31.4K engagements
"The grave of Angus Martin whos eternal resting place is the Kilmuir Graveyard on the Isle of Skye in Scotland. It is said by the locals that Angus had a reputation of being fearless at sea no matter the weather earning him the title Angus of the Storm"
X Link 2023-08-21T20:28Z [--] followers, [----] engagements
"The Flail a weapon popular for its appearances in pop culture such as movies video games and TV shows. However the most common real flail is far different than the one you would see in fiction. In the late Middle Ages the peasant flail makes an appearance in several works described as a very long shaft with a hinged roughly cylindrical striking end. (Pictured on the left from the Arte De Athletica from the 16th century by Paulus Hector Mair). It possessed the ability to strike around a defender's guard such as a shield or their parry. However it's lack of precision would be where it fell"
X Link 2023-08-22T19:33Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements
"My next thread: The glory the shouting of the crowd the illustrious colors and banners. All to create an incredible spectacle for the common folk and for the nobility. Let us cover these chivalrous competitions this week. Tournaments"
X Link 2023-08-22T20:14Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Temple Church in London England. Consecrated on February 10th [----]. Built by the Knights Templar as their base of operations in England. During the rule of King John the church served as the royal treasury where the Knights Templar took on the role of international bankers. During World War [--] German bombings heavily damaged the church but since then it has been incredibly restored. Many famous individuals are buried in Temple Church most notably being William Marshall who to some was the greatest knight to ever live"
X Link 2023-08-23T18:22Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Did you know The term of Paladins that many are so familiar with from fantasy originated from history. Paladins refer to the Twelve Peers who were the foremost members of the Court of Charlemagne in the 8th century. These were twelve legendary knights who served Emperor Charlemagne with unwavering loyalty discipline and honor. The stories and legends surrounding Charlemagne's Paladins are collectively known as the "Matter of France" which is a body of literature that includes epic poems chansons de geste (narrative songs) and other tales. Charlemagne's Paladins are depicted as brave"
X Link 2023-08-24T21:02Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Richard thought he had it locked down"
X Link 2023-08-25T22:45Z 53.3K followers, [----] engagements
"Raymond Tancred the duke of Normandy and the count of Flanders fought amidst their soldiers; whilst the knights and men-at-arms animated by the same zeal as their principal chiefs flew from place to place where danger called them. Zeal courage honor determination and many more qualities is what many modern individuals lack"
X Link 2023-08-26T02:00Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements
"TOURNAMENTS. Premier entertainment of the Middle Ages the roaring crowd the sound of splintering lances knights on horseback jousting or on the ground in a test of martial prowess. Knights would come from all over to test their mettle to showcase their skill and honor. 🧵"
X Link 2023-08-28T19:22Z 53.2K followers, [----] engagements
"My favorite is Perseus the demigod son of Zeus and Dana. Founder of the Perseid dynasty. He was brave and resourceful and honorable and was the man who slew Medusa and rescued Andromeda from a Cetus using the head of Medusa to turn it to stone. To me it was very interesting to receive gifts from other gods for his quest the shield from Athena the winged sandals from Hermes and the helmet from Hades that granted invisibility"
X Link 2023-08-28T19:30Z 12.5K followers, [---] engagements
""Since it is so likely that children will meet cruel enemies let them at least have heard of brave knights and heroic courage." - C.S. Lewis"
X Link 2023-08-29T18:54Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Courage is not simply one of the virtues but the form of every virtue at the testing point which means at the point of highest reality. - C.S. Lewis Courage is a necessity to every person in the world. You MUST be courageous. Being courageous in the face of adversity or terrifying circumstances is what allows you to live a life of virtue and to continue following your own values. When it is the most daunting you still do what is good and what is right. That is courage. Be courageous my friends"
X Link 2023-09-01T18:25Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements
"When you think of the greatest knight in history many will think of William Marshal many will think of Godfrey of Bouillon perhaps the Black Prince. But the man whom I believe deseves this title is the legendary Castilian Knight Rodrigo Daz de Vivar known as El Cid. 🧵"
X Link 2023-09-04T18:20Z 12.5K followers, 35.5K engagements
"El Cid was both a Castilian knight and a warlord who would play a pivotal role in the Reconquista of Spain and would take part in combat for both the Christian and Muslim armies"
X Link 2023-09-04T18:20Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements
"By now in his life Rodrigo would already be well known in the Iberian Peninsula being one of its most renowned warriors"
X Link 2023-09-04T18:20Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements
"King Sanchos goal would be to unite the Spanish kingdoms under his name. This would lead to wars against Sanchos brother King Alfonso of Leon. Rodrigo would display great courage bravery and martial prowess in these battles and would thus grow his fame"
X Link 2023-09-04T18:20Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Al-Mutamid was already in an ongoing war with the taifa of Granada due to a contract between the two Rodrigo would fight for the Emir. The two sides would engage in battle and the Emir and Rodrigo would claim victory at the castle of Cabra. Capturing his rival in the process"
X Link 2023-09-04T18:20Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Al-Mutamid would pay his tribute to Rodrigo as promised as well as bestowed upon him many gifts for his bravery in battle and loyalty to the Emir. Alfonso upon Rodrigos return would praise him for his bravery and prowess in battle"
X Link 2023-09-04T18:20Z [--] followers, [----] engagements
"The "Cantar de Mio Cid'' is considered one of the earliest works of Spanish literature. A medieval Spanish epic poem celebrating his heroic and legendary accomplishments being written between the years of [----] and [----]. It would immortalize El Cid's bravery and chivalry"
X Link 2023-09-04T18:20Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements
"@liftyourmind @Scholarrrrrrr @Lessons_History @PhilippusArabus Thank you for the tag my friend I have sent in some threads"
X Link 2023-09-04T23:29Z 13.6K followers, [--] engagements
"Behold the city of Tallin in Estonia. More specifically the Old Town district known as Vanalinn. The city has its first confirmed written record in [----] achieved city rights [----] and has a first possible appearance in a map in [----]. In [----] the city would be sold to the Teutonic Knights upon the dissolution of the Teutons in [----] it would become property of Sweden. Tallin would see many a conflict over its history including being heavily damaged during the Second World War. It would eventually become the capital of newly independent Estonia in [----]. In these pictures below taken by my brother"
X Link 2023-09-09T17:24Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements
"This is the Gutenberg Bible. Printed in the year [----] in Mainz Germany by Johann Gutenberg Johann Fust and Peter Schoeffer. Only [--] copies are known to have survived of which [--] are printed on vellum and [--] on paper. Twenty of them being complete. Approximately [---] to [---] copies of the Gutenberg Bible were produced to begin with. The Gutenberg Bible is divided into two volumes: the Old Testament and New Testament. The book is very large and weighs approximately 60-70 pounds (30 kilograms). The Gutenberg Bible played a crucial role in the spread of knowledge and the dissemination of the"
X Link 2023-09-10T18:42Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements
"For my next thread coming this week. We will dive into the life and accomplishments of Sultan Mehmed II of the Ottoman Empire. The Man Who Conquered Constantinople"
X Link 2023-09-13T05:02Z 13.7K followers, [--] engagements
"The gleaming illustrious city of Constantinople stood as the seat of the Eastern Roman Empire for over [----] years. In [----] one man would do what a millennia of armies could not. Sultan Mehmed II of the Ottoman Empire. This is his story 🧵"
X Link 2023-09-15T19:51Z 13.6K followers, [---] engagements
"In [----] Murad II would make peace with the Kingdom of Hungary and abdicate his throne for his son Mehmed"
X Link 2023-09-15T19:51Z 13.7K followers, [--] engagements
"During Mehmed II's first reign (1444-1446) he would have to deal with incursions and violations of peace by the Kingdom of Hungary the Eastern Roman Empire and the Republic of Venice"
X Link 2023-09-15T19:51Z 13.6K followers, [--] engagements
"The young Polish king would charge [---] of his Polish knights into the Ottoman center nearly succeeding in capturing Murad. However Wadysaw would die from being beheaded in battle by a mercenary named Kodja Hazar. The body and head of Wadysaw were never recovered"
X Link 2023-09-15T19:51Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements
"The battle and war would be a massive victory for the Ottomans. In [----] Murad II would return to Edirne to resume the throne. Murad II would rule from [----] to [----] until his death. Mehmed II would formally become Sultan of the Ottoman Empire on February 18th 1451"
X Link 2023-09-15T19:51Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements
"It was a longstanding dream of Mehmed II to conquer the city of Constantinople for his father. Viewing it as both a strategic and symbolic prize for his empire. The city of Constantinople was the jewel of the Eastern Roman Empire and Mehmed wished for it to be his"
X Link 2023-09-15T19:51Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements
"For the millennia these walls stood they were not breached. Joined by a sea wall and chain that could be raised across the sea. Constantine believed the city defenses would hold and Mehmed would be just another invader to crash against the mountain of Constantinople"
X Link 2023-09-15T19:51Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Mehmed was determined to take the Golden Horn and pressure the defenders into submission. He angled one of his cannons such that it could strike the defenders of the chain"
X Link 2023-09-15T19:51Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements
"By April [--] the ships had circumvented the chain barring the chain itself seized control of all the waters surrounding the city. Having encircled Constantinople in full Mehmed would continue his artillery barrage of the land walls through May the 29th"
X Link 2023-09-15T19:51Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Although the sultan attempted to prevent a total sack of the city he permitted an initial period of looting that saw the destruction of many Orthodox churches. The city was taken the Eastern Roman Empire had fallen and Mehmed II had done what countless armies couldn't"
X Link 2023-09-15T19:51Z 37.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Mehmed himself rode through the streets to the cathedral of Hagia Sophia the largest in all of Christendom. Mehmed would convert it into the mosque Ayasofya. He stopped to pray and then demanded that all further looting cease immediately"
X Link 2023-09-15T19:51Z 37.8K followers, [----] engagements
"He was reported to have stripped off all royal or imperial insignia and to have made his last stand among the rank and file soldiers. A true leader and a true man who led by example without fear"
X Link 2023-09-15T20:07Z 13.6K followers, [--] engagements
"How often do you find yourself thinking of the Knights Templar"
X Link 2023-09-15T21:52Z 12.6K followers, 20.3K engagements
"What are your thoughts on the Holy Roman Empire"
X Link 2023-09-17T19:36Z 13.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Join me this week in my next thread where I shall discuss the rise the reign and the inevitable fall of the Holy Roman Empire. Crown and Cross The Holy Roman Empire"
X Link 2023-09-19T22:49Z 12.5K followers, 18.1K engagements
"The Holy Roman Empire a vast collection of complex political territories. It stood for over a millennia from the early Middle Ages to the 19th century. Many lands cultures and ideas inhabited it creating one of the most interesting chapters in history. 🧵"
X Link 2023-09-20T22:25Z 13.6K followers, 52.1K engagements
"Behold Joyeuse. The sword of Medieval legend. This blade said to be the personal weapon of Charlemagne himself was also the sword used to coronate the Kings of France. This tradition began with the coronation of King Louis III in [----] and ended with Charles X in [----]. Kept in the Treasury of Saint-Denis in Paris since at least [----] the sword would be moved to the Louvre in [----]. Some legends say that the sword was forged to contain the Lance of Longinus or the Holy Lance inside the pommel. Said to have been forged from the same materials that forged the legendary blade Durendal sword of the"
X Link 2023-09-21T19:40Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Perhaps the most important Medieval battle you have never heard of. The Battle of Bouvines. On July 27th [----] the final battle of the Anglo-French War would take place. The Kingdom of France led by King Philip II also known as Philip Augustus would clash with the English allied forces of the Holy Roman Empire. In early [----] an alliance was formed including Otto IV of the Holy Roman Empire King John of England Count Ferrand of Flanders Count Renaud of Boulogne Duke Henry I of Brabant Count William I of Holland Duke Theobald I of Lorraine and Duke Henry III of Limburg. Their goal was to take"
X Link 2023-09-22T18:51Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements
"There are many stories and legends of both real life and fictional heroes in history from the era of the Middle Ages. From Roland to King Arthur Sir Gawain Godfrey of Bouillon and Saint George. My followers I ask of you who is your favorite hero of the Middle Ages Whos story inspires you the most and why does it resonate with you so much"
X Link 2023-09-22T22:47Z 12.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Happy Saturday my friends"
X Link 2023-09-23T17:50Z 52.9K followers, 39.3K engagements
"The Imperial Crown of the Holy Roman Empire created for the imperial coronation of Otto I in [---] AD. On display today in the Imperial Treasury at the Hofburg in Vienna Austria"
X Link 2023-09-23T20:27Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements
"The Battle of Agincourt. One of the most famous battles of the Middle Ages. A tremendous underdog victory of the valiant English forces that would cement King Henry V into the records of history. Here is the story of the battle. 🧵"
X Link 2023-09-24T20:55Z 53K followers, 235.7K engagements
"The English army would depart on October 8th to the English stronghold of Calais [----] men strong. Henry would maneuver to deliberately provoke the Dauphin of France Louis. Louis was the son of King Charles VI of France and failed to respond to King Henry's challenge of combat"
X Link 2023-09-24T20:55Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements
"The French possessed a secondary cavalry force to attack the English rear with it's servants and baggage train"
X Link 2023-09-24T20:55Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements
"The days leading up to the battle were characterized by heavy rains turning the recently plowed fields of Agincourt into a muddy soggy mess. This would be how the English claimed victory"
X Link 2023-09-24T20:55Z [--] followers, [----] engagements
"Hello everyone To expand on this here are the topics currently in my pipeline I am working on longform writings for: Knights Templar Holy Roman Empire Teutonic Order King Philip II Augustus Richard the Lionheart [---] Years War This is not the exact order but what is coming"
X Link 2023-09-25T19:49Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Happy Sunday my friends have a great day"
X Link 2023-10-01T17:19Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements
"On August 26th [----] English forces traversing northern France were attacked by the French forces. The battle that ensued would be a devastating loss for the French and a great victory for England. The Battle of Crcy 🧵"
X Link 2023-10-07T17:32Z 13.6K followers, 28.5K engagements
"The Battle of Poitiers fought between the Kingdom of England and the Kingdom of France unfolded on the fields near Poitiers France on September [--] [----] reshaping the course of the war and leaving an indelible mark on the pages of history. 🧵"
X Link 2023-10-16T17:17Z 12.5K followers, 23.3K engagements
"You My wonderful followers Reply with a picture of a sword be it your favorite sword or a sword you think you would have wielded. This is for science"
X Link 2023-10-17T21:56Z 53K followers, 16.1K engagements
"Weapons helmets and suits of armor on display at Prague Castle Czech Republic. My favorite being the bird styled suit of armor"
X Link 2023-10-23T19:52Z 12.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Post a random photo otherwise everything goes wrong this november"
X Link 2023-11-04T23:00Z 12.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Bringing my Bosworth meme back I refuse to let it die"
X Link 2023-11-11T22:21Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements
"It is the 12th century. The church seeks to find a means of protecting merchants and Christian pilgrims on the roads to Jerusalem and so one of the most elite chivalric orders was founded. The Knights Templar. Let us begin. 🧵"
X Link 2023-11-12T20:38Z 77.1K followers, 254.8K engagements
"What is your favorite suit of armor Be it employed in battle or ceremony. Mine would be the suit pictured below belonging to George Clifford the 3rd Earl of Cumberland. On display at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. You can see the masterful detail put into every inch of the armor. Clifford was appointed Queen's Champion in [----] and made a Knight of the Garter [--] years later. You can see on the chest plate the Tudor rose the French fleur-de-lis (then part of the English arms) and the cipher of Elizabeth two Es back to back"
X Link 2023-11-14T21:36Z 13.4K followers, [----] engagements
"No one IS King Arthur however you can carry yourself in a way to be a symbol of righteousness strength and hope like Arthur. You must be honest be strong be brave in the face of all challenges and obstacles. You must train to be able to protect the innocent and the weak. Remember my friends no matter what you go through in your life God is always watching over you. Make him proud"
X Link 2023-11-15T22:47Z 13.4K followers, [----] engagements
"In [----] the ruler of Lithuania converted to Christianity and would marry the queen of Poland. When she died he became the King of Poland Wadysaw II Jagieo. The Teutons contested his conversion to Christianity and in [----] the Teutons declared war on Poland and Lithuania"
X Link 2023-11-28T22:03Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Fast forward to [----]. During summer King Jagiellon joined by Grand Duke Witold of Lithuania would march on the Teutonic Knights and their capital of Marienberg. The Teutons would respond and confront the Polish-Lithuanian invaders between the villages of Grunwald and Tannenberg"
X Link 2023-11-28T22:03Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements
"My next thread will highlight perhaps one of the most important battles of Medieval Europe and European history as a whole. Charles Martel and his Frankish forces defeat the advancing Umayyad Caliphate at the Battle of Tours. Halting the spread of Islam into Europe. Stay tuned"
X Link 2023-12-01T21:27Z 13.5K followers, [----] engagements
"The suit of armor you see here is on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City United States. It was assembled and restored in the 1920s. The components were discovered in the ruins of a Venetian fortress at Chalcis on the island of Euboea The island fell to the Turks in [----]. The complete suit displays a full suit of armor of from around [----]. No complete suits survive from this era The armor includes a visored bascinet an early form of a brigandine. It is said portions of the brass at the top edge of the left cuisse (thigh) lower edges of the right greave (lower leg) and"
X Link 2023-12-05T17:50Z 38.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Below you can see the parade armor of Henry II King of France who reigned from [----] to [----]. The armor contains numerous elaborate decorations and designs adorning it including but not limited to a Roman warrior receiving a tribute of arms on the center of the chest Apollo chasing Daphne and one of King Henry II's badges a crescent moon. To this day there are twenty original surviving design drawings of the suit of armor. One belonging to Jean Cousin the Elder and the rest from tienne Delaunne or Baptiste Pellerin. On display today at the MET in New York City"
X Link 2023-12-06T22:32Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Parade armor belonging to King Erik XIV of Sweden. Created by Eliseus Libaerts around [----] now on display at the Dresden Armory in Germany"
X Link 2023-12-10T22:22Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Sallet in the Shape of a Lion's Head housed in the MET in New York City. This helmet is listed as the earliest surviving example of Renaissance armor all'antica which translates to "in the antique style". The lion's head is an outer layer that possesses gilt copper that was embossed. This helmet is meant to represent the head of the Nemean Lion who was slain by legendary hero Hercules. Hercules is said to have worn it's pelt as a headdress and cloak"
X Link 2023-12-12T01:13Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Today is my 25th revolution around the sun grateful to God for another year of life and grateful to all of you here who have made this year a special one. Here's to many more on X"
X Link 2023-12-15T14:40Z 13.6K followers, [----] engagements
"In response to this the Basques people rebelled. Gothic Spain still followed Witiza's son Akhila. Roderick marched north to quell the rebellion and as he did Akhila and his people appealed to Ms ibn Nuayr who was the Umayyad governor of the Maghreb region of North Africa"
X Link 2023-12-20T18:40Z 13.6K followers, [---] engagements
"Ms sent an army under the command of riq ibn Ziyd in the year [---] during spring. The army landed at Gibraltar and entered mainland Spain. In July of that year they would defeat Roderick's army in battle"
X Link 2023-12-20T18:40Z 13.6K followers, [---] engagements
"In [---] Ms arrived with an even larger army and soon the two Muslim commanders would occupy most of the Iberian Peninsula. In [---] Muslim armies crossed the Pyrenees and soon took Narbonne. By [---] Muslim raids were happening as far as Burgundy"
X Link 2023-12-20T18:40Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements
"In modern day southwest France the region of Aquitaine stood as the frontier against the Umayyads. The Duke of Aquitaine Eudes (Odo) allied himself with the Merovingian Franks. This happened when Odo pledged his daughter and his support to a Berber chieftain named Munusa"
X Link 2023-12-20T18:40Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements
"If you see this tweet you have to mention one of your favorite paintings. If you see this tweet you have to mention one of your favourite paintings. https://t.co/UrYZGFsh3L If you see this tweet you have to mention one of your favourite paintings. https://t.co/UrYZGFsh3L"
X Link 2023-12-27T02:45Z 13.6K followers, 11.7K engagements
"These behemoth swords of Hungarian origin date back to the 14th century. They are on display today at Topkapi Palace in Istanbul. These swords are purely ceremonial and are too large and heavy to be practical weapons. The middle sword is about [---] cm long or [--] foot [--] inches"
X Link 2024-01-03T23:50Z 13.7K followers, 28.5K engagements
"The streets of York England"
X Link 2024-01-06T00:18Z 13.8K followers, [----] engagements
"My next thread will cover one of the most interesting prominent and legendary kings of the period King Philip II of France also known as Philip Augustus"
X Link 2024-01-11T00:45Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Teutonic Knights for life something about knights + snow hits me a different type of way. Choose your medieval military orderWho you got https://t.co/qGDifCqrsY Choose your medieval military orderWho you got https://t.co/qGDifCqrsY"
X Link 2024-01-11T08:01Z [--] followers, [----] engagements
"If you could go back in time and be a witness to one single historical event between [---] AD and [----] AD what would it be Mine would be the coronation of Charlemagne the siege of Jerusalem during the First Crusade or Richard the Lionheart at the battle of Jaffa"
X Link 2024-01-13T07:23Z 13.7K followers, 13.9K engagements
"@Torh36 Agreed. I believe the Teutons as well as the Hospitallers and all the other knightly orders take a backseat to the Templars. They deserve to be talked about and remembered by many more people"
X Link 2024-01-13T07:33Z 13.7K followers, [--] engagements
"When I was a kid I thought knights were cool. They still are. That's why I study this. No your eyes are not deceiving you. This was published in Teen Vogue. https://t.co/kZqtftZniA No your eyes are not deceiving you. This was published in Teen Vogue. https://t.co/kZqtftZniA"
X Link 2024-01-14T21:30Z [--] followers, [----] engagements
"To my dearest followers I will be taking a week off here as this morning my lovely grandmother passed away and I wish to spend time with my family. I apologize for the delay on the King Philip Augustus thread it will be posted when I return. Be safe"
X Link 2024-01-31T00:17Z 13.7K followers, [----] engagements
"King Philip II of France also known as Philip Augustus reigned as the monarch of France from [----] to [----]. He played a major role in shaping the medieval history of France and is often regarded as one of the most successful and capable kings of his time. Here is his story.🧵"
X Link 2024-02-13T01:30Z 14K followers, 73.1K engagements
"During the siege the Count of Flanders would die and King Philip would fall ill with dysentery. Citing the major issues that could happen as a result of the Count's death Philip returned to France to settle it"
X Link 2024-02-13T01:30Z 14K followers, [----] engagements
"Despite the promises he made to Richard King Philip prepared to attack his lands in France and retake them for himself. When informed about this Richard attempted to return home but was taken prisoner by Leopold V of Babenberg Duke of Austria"
X Link 2024-02-13T01:30Z 14K followers, [----] engagements
"Give me a Godfrey of Bouillon movie you cowards What stories would you like to see on the big screen https://t.co/UIEBYh35W8 What stories would you like to see on the big screen https://t.co/UIEBYh35W8"
X Link 2024-02-18T00:57Z 14K followers, [----] engagements
"Square du Vert Galant in Paris a park with a sinister past. This scenic park in Paris sits by the river Seine however in its history it was the site of numerous executions. Most notably the site of the execution of Templars Jacques de Molay and Geoffroi de Charney who were burned at the stake for heresy in [----]. Before his death during his execution Jacques de Molay the final Grand Master of the Knights Templar put a curse upon Pope Clement V and King Philip IV stating that they would not live more than [--] year after his execution. Sure enough Pope Clement V would die one month later and King"
X Link 2024-02-19T19:40Z 14K followers, [----] engagements
"If you were a knight and could choose only [--] weapon to carry into battle. What would it be If the weapon is used with one hand you get to have a shield of course"
X Link 2024-03-01T21:18Z 14K followers, 13.7K engagements
"Would you all be interested in threads about day to day life in the Middle Ages I was thinking about creating a thread about what it was like to endure a medieval winter"
X Link 2024-03-28T03:36Z 16.8K followers, 47.7K engagements
"Winter is typically the harshest and most unforgiving season. This was no different in the Medieval era. In [----] lasting until around [----] there was a period known as the "little ice age". This meant the winters would be far more colder and more dangerous"
X Link 2024-03-29T18:38Z 16.8K followers, 15.4K engagements
"To all my followers who celebrate Easter I hope you had a marvelous day. God bless you all Content posts will resume tomorrow"
X Link 2024-04-01T01:17Z 16.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Vlad the Impaler was the Prince of Wallachia known for his stand against the Ottomans advancing on his lands and his infamous executions and the blood he spilled in the process. Here is the story of the legendary hero of Romania and how he stood against the Ottoman Empire. 🧵"
X Link 2024-04-05T20:35Z 18.2K followers, 149.1K engagements
"Vlad was born in [----] in Sighisoara Transylvania now modern day Romania. He was the second of four brothers sons of Vlad II Dracul"
X Link 2024-04-05T20:35Z 18K followers, [----] engagements
"The sobriquet "Dracula" meant son of Dracul in the modern language of Romania it would mean "son of the Devil" but at that time it meant "son of the dragon""
X Link 2024-04-05T20:35Z 18.1K followers, [----] engagements
"In [----] Vlad returned home after learning of the assassination of his father and his elder brother by the scheming Wallachian boyars that took place a year prior"
X Link 2024-04-05T20:35Z 18.1K followers, [----] engagements
"The two were murdered after John Hunyadi the regent governor of Hungary invaded Wallachia in [----]. Hunyadi would install Vlad's second cousin Vladislav II as the new ruler"
X Link 2024-04-05T20:35Z 18.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Following this Hunyadi and Vladislav would lead a campaign against the Ottomans in the fall of [----]. Vlad III would return home by breaking into Wallachia with Ottoman support"
X Link 2024-04-05T20:35Z 18.1K followers, [----] engagements
"In [----] Vlad went to Moldavia and later to Hungary after Vladislav returned home to Wallachia. The relations between the Hungarians and Vladislav would fall apart and in [----] Vlad would invade Wallachia with the help of the Hungarians"
X Link 2024-04-05T20:35Z 18.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Vlad and his men would fail to kill Mehmed but still slew about [-----] to [-----] Ottomans inside the camp. Mehmed would march on the Wallachian capital and would see true horror"
X Link 2024-04-05T20:36Z 17.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Mehmed saw with his own eyes [-----] impaled Turks who Vlad killed during his invasion of Bulgaria. The following was written: "The sultan's army entered into the area of the impalements which was seventeen stades long and seven stades wide. There were large stakes there on which as it was said about twenty thousand men women and children had been spitted quite a sight for the Turks and the sultan himself. The sultan was seized with amazement and said that it was not possible to deprive of his country a man who had done such great deeds who had such a diabolical understanding of how to govern"
X Link 2024-04-05T20:36Z 17.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Nothing represents a noble family more than a coat of arms I am happy to announce that my friend @westernexile and I will be creating an educational series dedicated to the coats of arms of Europe He will focus on Italy and I will focus on the medieval Holy Roman Empire A coat of arms was the lifeblood of a noble family. It would be used to distinguish a member of a noble family like a knight in events such as tournaments or in battle I hope you join us on this adventure through history and for the coming months stay to learn about many of the greatest families of European history"
X Link 2024-04-08T15:02Z 17.3K followers, 11K engagements
"This is my political philosophy This is my philosophy of governance. https://t.co/3D5HBzBjeQ This is my philosophy of governance. https://t.co/3D5HBzBjeQ"
X Link 2024-04-10T20:34Z 18K followers, 16.8K engagements
"The Order of the Dragon was a monarchical chivalric order from the Holy Roman Empire. It was charged to defend the cross and fight the enemies of Christianity primarily the Ottoman Empire. Here is the story of these Imperial Knights and their order a thread.🧵"
X Link 2024-04-12T21:02Z 23.6K followers, 306.2K engagements
"The Order was founded in [----] by Sigismund of Luxembourg who at the time was King of Hungary and Croatia but would later become Holy Roman Emperor"
X Link 2024-04-12T21:02Z 18.1K followers, 11.9K engagements
"The events leading up to the order's foundation were crucial. In [----] Pope Boniface IX proclaimed a crusade against the Ottomans to halt their expansion. The Christians aimed to liberate Bulgaria and put a stop to the Ottoman conquest which led to the Battle of Nicopolis"
X Link 2024-04-12T21:02Z 18.1K followers, 11.1K engagements
"Sigismund was nominally in charge of the crusader forces at Nicopolis. However French leader John of Nevers took control of the French forces in the army and charged the Turks ignoring Sigismund's orders"
X Link 2024-04-12T21:02Z 18.1K followers, 10.2K engagements
"This move would see the death of around [-----] crusaders much of the army was destroyed and [----] prisoners would be executed. A crushing defeat for the Christian forces. Sigismund escaped and returned to Hungary in 1401"
X Link 2024-04-12T21:02Z 18.1K followers, [----] engagements
"The mission of the order was to combat the Ottoman Empire and defend the Hungarian monarchy from foreign and domestic enemies as well as protect the Catholic Church from pagans and heretics"
X Link 2024-04-12T21:02Z 18.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Countries that were a part of this order included Wallachia Moldavia the Serbian Despotate Croatia and more"
X Link 2024-04-12T21:02Z 18.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Eventually Sigismund chose to expand the ranks and in [----] and [----] a second group of inductees were added to the order. After the death of Sigismund in [----] the order lost prominence. However many Hungarian noble families would retain the emblem in their coat of arms"
X Link 2024-04-12T21:02Z 18.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Many notable members of the order included Alfonso V of Aragon Fruzhin Prince of Bulgaria Vlad II Dracul (Father of Vlad the Impaler) and Oswald von Wolkenstein"
X Link 2024-04-12T21:02Z 20.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Foreign allies of the Order of the Dragon who did not swear an oath of loyalty included Grand Duke Vytautas of Lithuania King Ladislaus II of Poland who was Sigismund's former brother in law and most interesting was King Henry V of England"
X Link 2024-04-12T21:02Z 20.8K followers, [----] engagements
"What is your favorite Medieval castle"
X Link 2024-04-14T21:09Z 18.3K followers, [----] engagements
"Castle of the Week #1: Malbork Castle Once a stronghold to the mighty Teutonic Knights as they sought to conquer. This castle stands as a testament to the grandeur of Medieval Europe. Here is the story of the Castle of the Teutonic Order in Malbork a fortress of the past. 🧵"
X Link 2024-04-17T21:45Z 32.3K followers, 59.4K engagements
"Malbork Castle was constructed in the 13th century in the town of Malbork Poland. Constructed by the Teutonic Knights after their conquest of the lands of old Prussia. It is located on the southern bank of the Nogat river"
X Link 2024-04-17T21:45Z 32.3K followers, [----] engagements
"After the conquests of Gdask and Eastern Pomerania in [----] the castle of Malbork became increasingly important. The administrative center of the order was moved to Marienburg from Elbing. Grand Master of the Order Siegfried von Feuchtwangen would take control of construction"
X Link 2024-04-17T21:45Z 32.3K followers, [----] engagements
"Grand Master Siegfried was the 15th Grand Master of the order. He served from [----] to [----] until his death he is now buried in the cathedral in Chema Poland"
X Link 2024-04-17T21:45Z 32.2K followers, [----] engagements
"The orders headquarters was previously in Venice Italy before the persecution of the Knights Templar. The Teutonic Knights then chose to move their headquarters to Marienburg"
X Link 2024-04-17T21:45Z 18.4K followers, [----] engagements
"As did other castles along the river the Teutons would collect river tolls from passing ships. The Knights had a monopoly on the trade of amber. When the city of Malbork became a member of the Hanseatic League many meetings were held within the castle walls"
X Link 2024-04-17T21:45Z 23.2K followers, [----] engagements
"In the year [----] the future Grand Duke of Lithuania Kestutis was imprisoned within the castle for a brief period of time. Later on in [----] the Polish king Casimir III the Great visited the castle"
X Link 2024-04-17T21:45Z 23.2K followers, [----] engagements
"During the siege the 27th Grand Master of the order Heinrich von Plauen led the defense of the castle. The Teutonic Knights would claim victory and successfully defend their fortress in the Siege of Marienburg"
X Link 2024-04-17T21:45Z 32.3K followers, [----] engagements
"During the Thirteen Years War in [----] raised taxes to pay for ransoms due to their wars with the Kingdom of Poland and faced intense opposition for it. In [----] King Casimir IV Jagiellon entered Malbork and seized it. The local mayor Bartholomus Blume resisted the Polish forces for three years he would be subsequently captured by them and sentenced to death in 1460"
X Link 2024-04-17T21:45Z 32.3K followers, [----] engagements
"Here you can see photos of the castle walls as well as the inner corridors of the cloisters"
X Link 2024-04-17T21:45Z 32.3K followers, [----] engagements
"Malbork Castle stands today as UNESCO World Heritage Site and a Historic Monument of Poland. It is a popular tourist site and stands as a testament to the deep history of the region"
X Link 2024-04-17T21:45Z 32.3K followers, [----] engagements
"The greatest knight who ever lived. William Marshal was an English knight a man of honor and integrity. A man who served five kings fought in the crusades became a Templar and was an undefeated tournament champion. This is the story of the greatest knight a thread. 🧵"
X Link 2024-04-19T18:20Z 23.8K followers, 493.4K engagements
"19000 followers Did you know we now have amassed a following [----] people more than how many crusaders laid siege to Jerusalem in [----] Thank you all for your support We are now [---] followers from [-----] Let us keep pushing"
X Link 2024-04-20T21:43Z 23.5K followers, 32.3K engagements
"Only [--] hours later we have crossed the [-----] follower line. I am in disbelief to reach a number like this. I began this journey less than a year ago to teach people about the Middle Ages and what I love. I am grateful for all of your support and to God for guiding me"
X Link 2024-04-21T19:47Z 23.5K followers, 111.4K engagements
"What was your opinion on The King starring Timothee Chalamet"
X Link 2024-04-25T21:47Z 26.8K followers, 308.9K engagements
"Set against the backdrop of 14th century France. Knights Jacques le Gris and Jean de Carrouges engaged in a brutal trial by combat. A tale of brotherhood accusation and betrayal. A tale of comrades in arms would end in violent bloodshed. Here is the story of The Last Duel 🧵"
X Link 2024-04-26T18:38Z 23.6K followers, 105.4K engagements
"What followed was legal proceedings against Le Gris with Count Pierre acting as judge. Pierre acquitted Le Gris of the crime and claimed that Marguerite was simply dreaming of the attack"
X Link 2024-04-26T18:38Z 48K followers, [----] engagements
"What was your favorite Kingdom in the Middle Ages It could be for any reason Their architecture artwork how their soldiers looked. Anything Mine would be the Kingdom of France. [--]. I like the flag [--]. French Knights were cool as hell [--]. Victors of the Hundred Years War [--]. Contributed to the development of legal systems [--]. Expansion of Territory through strategic marriages conquests and treaties"
X Link 2024-04-28T21:29Z 23.6K followers, 12.8K engagements
"@CraigLo15187569 This is so cool Very well put together and I love the paint jobs Well done and thank you for sharing"
X Link 2024-04-28T21:48Z 23.6K followers, [---] engagements
"My thread of King Baldwin IV has been directly copied. Look at this tweet from Steven as proof. This guy @PowerOfWord stole this entire thread from @MedievalScholar https://t.co/2LXfigi3if This guy @PowerOfWord stole this entire thread from @MedievalScholar https://t.co/2LXfigi3if"
X Link 2024-04-28T22:06Z 23.7K followers, 25.6K engagements
"ON THIS DAY in [----] Joan of Arc entered the besieged Orlans with her troops marking the beginning of a history defining defense"
X Link 2024-04-29T10:43Z 23.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Castle of the Week #3: Chteau Gaillard Built by the legendary Richard the Lionheart this castle witnessed a long history siege and battle for centuries and now sits above Les Andelys France as a monument to its past. Here is its story 🧵"
X Link 2024-05-01T18:58Z 26.8K followers, 35.5K engagements
"William of Newburgh wrote: "the king was not moved by this to slacken one whit the pace of work in which he took such keen pleasure that unless I am mistaken even if an angel had descended from heaven to urge its abandonment he would have been roundly cursed.""
X Link 2024-05-01T18:58Z 23.9K followers, [---] engagements
"At one point upon capturing three soldiers of the King of France responsible for a massacre of Welsh mercenaries that were ambushed Richard had the soldiers executed by throwing them from the cliffs the castle sat atop"
X Link 2024-05-01T18:58Z 23.9K followers, [---] engagements
"THE DYNASTIES OF THE HOLY ROMAN EMPIRE 🧵 The House of Hohenstaufen Origin: Swabia States: Duchy of Swabia Holy Roman Empire Kingdoms of Italy Sicily and Jerusalem. Titles: Holy Roman Emperor Duke of Swabia King of Italy Sicily Jerusalem Burgundy Count of Burgundy"
X Link 2024-05-02T18:18Z 29.4K followers, 115K engagements
"In [----] in an isolated instance Holy Roman Emperor Frederick II referred to his family as "domus Stoffensis" translating to Staufer House"
X Link 2024-05-02T18:18Z 26.2K followers, [----] engagements
"In the 12th century a German churchman by the name of Otto of Freising who participated in the 2nd Crusade referred to the Staufer with the town of Waiblingen in Germany. A German priest named Burchard of Ursperg dubbed the Staufer the "royal lineage of the Waiblingens""
X Link 2024-05-02T18:18Z 26.8K followers, [----] engagements
"In a pedigree created by Abbot Wibald of Stavelot at the request of Holy Roman Emperor Frederick Barbarossa in [----] he mentions a count named Frederick as the progenitor of the family"
X Link 2024-05-02T18:18Z 26.8K followers, [----] engagements
"This Frederick had a son Frederick of Bren who married the niece of Pope Leo IX named Hildegard of Egisheim-Dagsburg. Their son Frederick I would become Duke of Swabia and appointed at Hohenstaufen Castle by Salian King Henry IV of Germany"
X Link 2024-05-02T18:18Z 26.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Upon the death of Frederick I his son Duke Frederick II succeeded him in [----]. He and his brother Conrad became the King's representatives in Germany while he was in Italy"
X Link 2024-05-02T18:18Z 26.7K followers, [----] engagements
"The Northern Crusades. A collection of military campaigns in the Baltic region of Europe to convert the pagan people there to Christianity by Catholic military orders primarily the Teutonic Order. Here is the story of these campaigns and the bloodshed and zeal behind them 🧵"
X Link 2024-05-03T20:17Z 31.1K followers, 629.7K engagements
"The Northern Crusades began officially in [----] with the call by Pope Celestine III. Christian monarchs throughout Europe sought the Christianization of land that included modern day Estonia Finland Latvia Lithuania Poland and Russia"
X Link 2024-05-03T20:17Z 29.5K followers, 29.4K engagements
"Knights throughout Europe primarily the Teutonic Order were sent to these northern lands to convert pagan Baltic Finnic and West Slavic people to Christianity as well as Orthodox Christian East Slavs"
X Link 2024-05-03T20:17Z 29.5K followers, 27.5K engagements
"The first campaign in the Northern Crusades was against the Livonians in part of present day Latvia. Bishop Berthold of Hanover landed in Livonia in [----] the crusaders won their first battle however Bishop Berthold was slain during the battle"
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"One year later in [----] Albert of Buxhoeveden was appointed to Christianize the Baltic lands by Archbishop Hartwig II of Bremen. Albert would die [--] years later by the time of his death the Christianization and conquest of modern day Estonia and northern Latvia was complete"
X Link 2024-05-03T20:17Z 29.5K followers, 25.3K engagements
"Albert toured the Empire he preached a crusade that was assisted by a papal bull. The papal bull declared that fighting against the Baltic "heathens" was the same as fighting in the Holy Land. In [----] the Livonian Brothers of the Sword were created"
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"Pope Innocent III dedicated the Baltic lands to the Virgin Mary in an effort to increase recruitment to his army. One of the names given to Livonia at the time was actually Terra Mariana (Land of Mary)"
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"There was a battle near Viljandi on September 21st [----] Kaupo the Livonian leader was slain in battle but the battle itself was a crushing defeat for the Estonians who also lost their leader Lembitu in battle"
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"Denmark and Sweden also sought conquests in the Baltic. While Sweden's attempt in [----] failed King Valdemar II of Denmark established control over northern Estonia after the Battle of Lindanise in 1219"
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"At Grunwald which is also referred to as the First Battle of Tannenberg the Lithuanians aided by the Poles Tatars Moldovans and Czechs dealt the Teutonic Knights a crushing defeat"
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"A fun fact to follow up Grunwald was that in the First World War when the German Empire's forces defeated the Russians they called it the Battle of Tannenberg to claim vengeance for the defeat at Grunwald centuries earlier"
X Link 2024-05-03T20:18Z 27.8K followers, 10.8K engagements
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