Research and Newsletter Articles
Over the years, the members of Anmod Dracan have written articles and commentaries on a wide range of subjects, from musical instruments to war fare tactics, the links below will take you to a selection of these, which will be added to as new material is assembled.
Viking Musical Instruments - a discussion of musical instruments by Alex Clayphan
The Viking Dane Axe - it's use as a weapon by Mick Knibbs of the combat displays.
Anglo-Saxon and Viking Agriculture - a discussion on sources a techniques by Alex Clayphan
Anglo-Saxon and Viking Agriculture - a discussion on materials a techniques by Alex Clayphan
Viking Ship Construction - a beginners guide by Alex Clayphan
Viking Ship Mythology - a beginners guide by Mark Sanderson
Viking navigational aids - a discussion on navigation by Alex Clayphan
Some early period dates to memorise - Useful dates by John Watson
Bannockburn a potted history - a short history of the battle of Bannockburn by Mark Sanderson
15th Century Clothing - Tips and ideas for beginners in the 15th Century by Mick Knibbs
Plate Armour - A Basic Glossary of Plate Armour By Alex Clayphan
Olaf the Dane 1 - Irreverent Humour by Thokelse Haraldson
Olaf the Dane 2 - Irreverent Humour by Thorkelse Haraldson
Olaf the Dane 3 - Irreverent Humour by Thorkelse Haraldson
Olaf the Dane 4 - Irreverent Humour by Thorkelse Haraldson
Please select from the list below:
Combat Display - Description and pictures of the combat displays.
Living History - Description and pictures of the living history displays.
Show List - This years show dates and venues.
Membership - How to join in our displays
Booking Us - How to contact us and associated groups for events
Gallery 1 - Pictures from our displays.