Medieval Life
This medieval sleep pattern involved two separate sleep periods during the night.
Biphasic sleep
This legendary king's sword was named Excalibur.
Excalibur
This defensive feature of a castle prevented enemies from tunneling under the walls.
Moat
Medieval people hung their clothes in this room to prevent mites, thanks to the ammonia scent.
Garderobe
This medieval queen was married to both the French and English kings, and started the concept of courtly love.
Eleanor of Aquitaine
What's the most famous castle in central London?
The Tower of London
This medieval ball game involved kicking or hitting an inflated pig's bladder with a stick.
Medieval football
Who was the most famous Viking leader?
Ragnar Lothbrok
This military training activity eventually developed into a spectacle for the upper classes.
Jousting
The mortality rate for this devastating medieval disease was around 80%.
The Black Death
This English king was famous for participating in the Third Crusade.
King Richard the Lionheart
Vikings primarily targeted these locations for looting due to their valuable contents.
Christian churches and monasteries