Monday Ground Up: Saint Demitrios and the Crusades
on Nov 16, 2009 in Crusades Greek Saint Demetrios When I finally decided that may focus was going to be Medieval European Archaeology, I started diving into the subject. Of course as a you can see by the last editions, the Middle Ages have been my focus.When I traveled today to the Greek Festival, I...

Agriculture During the High Middle Ages
on Nov 13, 2009 in Serfs Medieval Archaeology High Middle Ages Middle Ages aratum carruca Peasants During the High Middle Ages, the culture saw a significant increase in arable land which was directly influencing the population, which was on the rise. People were settling down and agricultural production was sustaining more and more families. Much...

Medieval Identifications: Alcuin of York
on Nov 13, 2009 in Medieval Archaeology High Middle Ages Alcuin of York Alcuin of York was an intellectual, ecclesiastic, poet and lecturer from York, Northumbria. He was born around 735 and became the student of Ecgbert at York.At the invitation of Charlemagne, he became a leading scholar and teacher at the Carolingian...

On a Personal Note: Happy Veterans Day!
on Nov 11, 2009 in Veterans Day This photo features my Grandfather, positioned after the soldier getting his checkup. Thanks to all of the men and women that protect our country everyday. You are appreciated!!!!

Ancient Digger Has Won A Blog Award
on Nov 10, 2009 in awards history blogs I am quite humbled and very honored to have received a blog award from Will Oaks Studio. Coming from an accomplished artist and photographer, it's even more special that she thinks I deserve it for my work here on the The Ancient Digger.I now have t...

Persian Army Discovered in Sahara Desert By Italian Archaeologists
on Nov 10, 2009 in Cambyses II Persian Empire Cyrus the Great discoveries Persian Army One of the greatest mysteries may have possibly been solved by two renowned Italian Archaeologists.The lost army of Persian King Cambyses II was said to have disappeared on there way to attack the Oasis of Siwa and destroy the oracle at the Temple of...

The Monday Ground Up: The Catholic Church During Charlemagne
on Nov 9, 2009 in Catholic Church Middle Ages Charlemagne The Catholic Church at the time of Charlemagne had significant impact on the lives of the Frankish people. There was fusion of cultural ideals which directly influenced family life, sexuality, and the views of children.Marriages were arranged by the...

Champagne Fairs: What were they?
on Nov 8, 2009 in Middle Ages Champagne Fairs The Champagne Fairs evolved out of the annual cycle of trading fairs held in the Champagne and Brie in France during the Middle Ages. The fairs became an important engine in the reviving economic history of Medieval Europe.Initially, they became the...

La Casa Tomada: The Haunted House Presented at Daytona State College
on Nov 3, 2009 in play Daytona State College The Arts Buenas Tardes,This week, on Thursday November 5th, there will be a play called La Casa Tomada at Daytona State College at 7:00pm. Admission is free to the public.There will be a raffle with door prizes including:A personal tennis lessonSpanish bottle...

Monday Ground Up: Rosslyn Chapel, the St. Clair’s of Roslin, and the Templar Order: The Connection
on Nov 2, 2009 in Knights Templar Rosslyn Chapel In Edinburgh, Scotland there is a building that for years has been shrouded in mystery. Rosslyn Chapel was the last resting place chosen by the Templar Order for their treasure and is said to be the center of peace, as well as a shrine for the scroll...