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Choosing a Crossbow - For Beginners or Experts We Will Show You How.

Thinking of getting a crossbow? Good plan. It will help you improve your aiming skills and accuracy, and you will experience an amazing adrenaline rush as your bolt hits the center of the target. Whether you're interested in sports, hunting,…

The History of Crusades - Part 2: The Rise and Fall of the Crusaders

Interesting facts of the past

In the 12th century, the Crusaders lost Jerusalem Before that happened, they established several states in the Holy Land. And just like in Europe, the rulers of these feudal states built magnificent castles that adopted European court culture,…

Interesting Facts About the Swiss Army Knives from Victorinox

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Are you as fascinated by knives as we are? Dazzle your friends with your knowledge of the legendary Victorinox knives! We have all the information about the beginnings of the famous Swiss Army knife, and about the role of Victoria Elsener (the…

The History of Crusades - Part 1: The Conquest of Jerusalem and The Rise of Knightly Orders

Interesting facts of the past

The Crusades were one of the most important events of the medieval period. The Crusades were a series of religious wars against Muslims, pagans, and heretics. The Crusading movement prepared ground for the creation of various knightly orders –…

Anubis, the God of the Underworld

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Did you come back from your holidays with a mysterious black wolf-like figurine as a souvenir? If so, then read carefully, for it may hold more secrets than you suspect! Anubis, often depicted with a canine head, was the old god of Ancient Egyptian…

Guns with the smell of gunpowder

Weapons

Pistols are handguns, or short-barreled firearms. The first pistols appeared at the turn of the 15th and 16th centuries. The origin of the word “pistol” is disputed; however, it may be derived from the Czech píšťala (pipe, whistle) or the French…

Would you like to try shooting a crossbow? A pistol crossbow is a good way to start.

Archery and crossbows

It looks easy at a first glance. You lift a crossbow, aim and shoot. But as you may suspect, reality is a bit different. And harder. If you are just getting started, read about the basics and get familiar with a pistol crossbow - an ideal beginner…

Leave nothing to chance. Get familiar with chess essentials before making your first move!

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The initial moves in chess (“chess openings”) are vital - because the correct positioning of your pieces on the chessboard can secure your success in the game. You should leave nothing to chance and think about your moves ahead. The good way to…

Mikov, traditional knife production from Czech Switzerland

Brands and Makers

Mikov is a Czech knife manufacturer based in Mikulášovice in the Děčín district in the Ústí nad Labem region. The owner of the company and the owner of the MIKOV brand is currently the company Mikov, s.r.o.

Sabres in the Napoleonic Wars

Weapons

Even though the Napoleonic Wars are a long-gone history, many people still find them captivating today. That is hardly surprising. The long period of wars raging across the European continent between the end of the 18th century and 1815 have left a…

Three Musketeers vs. Real Musketeers

Interesting facts of the past

Athos, Porthos, Aramis and d'Artagnan. In most people, those names invoke the image of brave swordsmen with ostrich feathers in their hats, rather than the image of infantrymen with several bottles of gunpowder at their waist. But the latter image…

Czech Illuminated Manuscripts

Interesting facts of the past

If the words medieval history make you feel curious and excited, you will most definitely love our article on Czech illuminated manuscripts. They are covered in gold, coloured paint as well as mystery.

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