Saksagan
The Fierce Fighting Around the King
During the Battle of Poitiers, many great lords and knights fought bravely near the King of France. Among them were the Lord of Pertney...
The Recovery of Lord Berkeley
After the battle, John of Helenes carefully placed the wounded Lord Berkeley back on his horse. He made sure the knight was handled gently...
The Escape of John of Helenes
After the battle, many men were captured and later ransomed. Around the same time, a squire from Picardy, named John of Helenes, had fled...
The Great Black Prince
Edward’s Early Leadership
Edward, the Black Prince, was the eldest son of King Edward III of England. From a young age, he showed courage and...
Acts of Chivalry in Battle
Sir Eustace Ribeaumont’s Courage
During the battles of the Hundred Years’ War, knights often showed both bravery and honor. One fine example is Sir Eustace...
English Return to Bordeaux
Careful Journey with Prisoners
After the Battle of Poitiers, the English army had many prisoners and a lot of loot. They could not ride quickly...
The Early Purpose of Chivalry
The origin of chivalry, whether real or imagined, shows that its initial motives were noble. At the beginning, the institution served a useful purpose:...
Understanding Chivalry
Just as our views on history change as we grow older, so too do our ideas about chivalry. In youth, many of us admire...
How Our Views Change with Age
As we grow older, the way we read and think about history changes. In youth, we often read for enjoyment. We admire stories and...
Annual Preventive Examinations for Children and Workers
In Bulgaria, all children and pupils undergo basic and comprehensive preventive medical examinations every year. These exams help detect health problems early and ensure...
