The Albigensian Crusade, a dark chapter in medieval European history, was a brutal campaign that lasted from 1209 to 1229. This crusade, unlike those aimed at the Holy Land, targeted fellow Christians within Western Europe, specifically the Cathars in the Languedoc region of southern France. | Dark Ages History

Why Harald Fairhair’s Haircut Sparked a Kingdom’s Birth Harald Fairhair is a towering figure in Scandinavian history, celebrated as the first king to unify Norway under a single crown. His legend, woven from saga, poetry, and later medieval histories, has made him both a national icon. Yet, the story of Harald Fairhair is as much about ambition, romance, and ruthless conquest as it is about the forging of a nation. | Dark Ages History