Toyotomi Hideyoshi was the next samurai to change the course of Japanese (and warrior) history. Through a series ... samurai's special rights. Thus, the sword-slashing warrior of yore abandoned ...

Japanese swords are called "metal made art." The once lost techniques used to make them prior to the 16th century are now on the verge of rediscovery.

John Nevin lived at Derrykeighan, near Ballymoney, Co. Antrim and was a member of the Society of United Irishmen. The United Irishmen were a secret organisation that plotted to overthrow English ...

The Best Hand-Forged Katanas for Sale: Premium Samurai Swords of 2024 The katana is one of the most iconic weapons in history, known for its beauty, craftsmanship, and historical significance. Crafted ...

Evelyn Waugh wrote the Sword of Honour trilogy. The sword is of course the Stalingrad Sword presented to Marshal Stalin at the Tehran Conference in nov/dec 1943. The sword was made to commemorate ...