Monthly Archives: February 2012

THE VARANGIAN GUARD The 10th century was the zenith of the Viking Age. The warriors of Scandinavia, renowned for their ferocity, cunning, and fighting prowess were feared throughout Europe. In the East, the Scandinavian’s were known as the Rus. In … Continue reading →

THE JOMSVIKINGS Founded in the late 10th century, the Jomsvikings were a Scandinavian warrior brotherhood, based at Jomsborg, a fortress on the southern Baltic shore (likely near modern Wollin, in German Pomerania).  Their origins are shaded in fable and obscured … Continue reading →

“Aim towards the Enemy.” Instruction printed on U.S. Army Rocket “When the pin is pulled, Mr. Grenade is not our friend.” -U.S.M.C. Training Bulletin “Cluster bombing from B-52s is very, very accurate. The bombs are guaranteed to always hit the … Continue reading →

TODAY IN HISTORY, FEBRUARY 15, 1258: THE SACK OF BAGDAD BY THE MONGOLS! On this day in 1258,  a Mongol army sacked Baghdad, and killed the last Abbasid Caliph. Though hardly remembered, it was an event that rocked the Muslim … Continue reading →

Hello, and welcome! Barry Jacobsen, Spartan Expert from Spike TV’s “DEADLIEST WARRIOR” http://www.spike.com/video-clips/097n20/deadliest-warrior-the-aftermath-spartan-vs-ninja , writer, stunt choreographer and historian extraordinaire now has his own blog right here! A place to discuss and share what I find important, interesting, and topical: … Continue reading →

AS DEFEAT LOOMS,  MURAT’S CAVALRY SAVES THE DAY IN PERHAPS THE GREATEST CAVALRY CHARGE IN MILITARY HISTORY In October of 1806, Napoleon decisively defeated the Prussians in a lightning campaign that culminated at the twin battles of Jena-Auersted. This campaign … Continue reading →