#MedievalFacts hashtag - Bluesky

@elizabethrandersen.bsky.social

5 months ago

Making a medieval wound poultice with comfrey #herbalmedicine #medievalmedicine #homeremedy YouTube video by Elizabeth R. Andersen Author

A dear friend had an unfortunate accident resulting in some broken bones. It made me think about the medieval plant "knitbone" that genuinely works (on bruises). Learn more about it here: youtube.com/shorts/XpRlY... #herbalmedicine #medievalfacts

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The Surname Society

@surnamesoc.bsky.social

7 months ago

What’s in a name? A tax bill, apparently.

Back in 1377, surnames became essential in England, all thanks to the Poll Tax. No surname? No escape. 🧾👀

Could your surname have made you easier to tax? Let us know below!

#SurnameHistory #MedievalFacts #DidYouKnow #BritishHistory

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Erratic Fun Facts

@erraticfunfacts.bsky.social

10 months ago

Discover the quirky use of medieval shields! #MedievalFacts #SilverShield #History

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