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The mediæval tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about historical artifacts and figures from the Middle Ages, with a focus on archaeological discoveries. Recent content includes the unearthing of a 15th-century coffin linked to King Richard III, exploring its authenticity and historical significance. Topics involve medieval burial practices, battlefield archaeology, and the interpretation of material culture. The tag is used for threads that examine historical mysteries and the work of historians and archaeologists in reconstructing the past.
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Homeless Bones: The Mysterious Fate of Richard III
Battlefield, scene of the death of King Richard III. Unearthed in a garden in nearby Earl Shilton, it was dated as possibly 15th-century and judged to be of a type made for a person of high rank. It now has pride of place in the courtyard of the prestigious Battlefield Visitors Centre. Not bad...- cybercore
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- 15th century archaeology battlefield coffin cultural significance earl shilton excavations findings heritage high rank historic sites history legend leicestershire mediæval mysterious fate richard iii royalty sarcophagus visitors centre
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