The Middle Ages (typically known as the period of history between 500 a.d. and 1500, or the period of time occuring after the fall of Rome and before the Rennaissance) is an era of human history that holds the fascination of a wide array of people. It was a romantic time of fables and legends, as well as a bloody era of constant war and conquest... the Middle Ages encapsulated the rawest form of the Human Spirit, and founded the basis of the society and ideals we hold today in the 21st Century.

These articles, loosely grouped into Montanaro's Medieval Period, are designed to serve the viewing public with some informative historical information, and a greater understanding of the Middle Ages, while providing a comprehensive reference for re-enactors, gamers, students, writers, Medieval buffs, or anyone else who might find a use for such information.

Lands At War

Historical articles to do with war and conflict ...
[Lands At War Main Page]
[Period Fencing] and [Arms & Armor] will start you off. [Construction of Armor], and some detail pages on the construction of armor: a [Milanese Breastplate and Backplate], a [Pembrooke-Style Greathelm], a [Paldrons and Elbows], a [Chain Maille], and a [Chain Maille Hauberk].

Lands at Peace

We look at some ways the medieval person occupied his mind when his world was at peace ...
[Lands at Peace Main Page]
[Illuminated Manuscripts], (with some stellar examples - ed.) and the [Art of Heraldry].

The Darker Ages

The Middle Ages were not always the Best of Times; occasionally they were The Worst of Times. These articles discuss the darker side ...
[The Darker Ages Main Page]
[WitchCraft & Heresy], [Crime & The Underworld], [Torture & Execution], and the [Art of the Plague Era].

Medieval Timeline

SCA Primer

The primer includes articles we hope can give you an interesting introduction to the world of the SCA.
[SCA Primer Main Page]
Where is the SCA? Consult this map of the Known Worlde.
What do our members do for fun? [Arts & Sciences], [Brawling and Fighting], [Going to an Event], and an [Event Checklist]

References include a Glossary of Terms. We have a lot of jargon that is totally impenetrable to the novice listener, jargon that you do actually need to know.
On the lighter side ... You Know You're in the SCA When ...
And finally, some Links that Montanaro has collected. This is, of course, nowhere near complete but instead reflect many of his interests.

Music

For the newcomer, music is tough to come by - "What's period?" is a nearly impossible question. Even if it sounds medieval, are you really hearing a medieval song or not? Montanaro has collected a few tunes here:

Music Credits

o Santa Maria Strela do Dia: El Sabio Alfonso X (1221-1284) Spanish
o Miserere: Gregorio Allegri (1582-1652) Italian
o Saltarello: Anon (13th Century)
o 6 Rennaissance Lute Pieces: Anon
o Greensleeves: Anon
o Caccia: Anon (14th Century)
o Troto: Anon (13th Century)
o Agniau Dou: Anon (13th Century)
o Alle Psallite: Anon (13th Century)
o Pat-a-Pan: Anon (15th Century) French Carol
o Bransle de Champaigne: Claude Gervaise (16th Century) French
o Bourre: Johann Krieger (1651-1735) German
o La Manfredina e La rota della Manfredina: Anon (13th Century)

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