Medieval History: DVDs on Medieval History Topics

This is the story of King Henry's triumph over the large French army on the battleground of Agincourt on October 25, 1415.

Explore the origins of the Huns, Goths, Vikings, and Mongols. Shot on location featuring interviews, reenactments and narrated by Clancy Brown, this brings to life the powerful leaders, and drive that kept empires in terror for centuries.

A dramatic re-enactment of Scotland's battle for independence from British rule. Robert the Bruce, Scotland's greatest medieval king, led his country against King Edward II in a deciding battle at a small stream near Stirling Castle -- the Bannockburn.

"This program offers a fresh look at the architecture and sociopolitical impact of Cluny, at one time the largest church in the Western world" -- Container.

Dramatic story of the great conflict between Christianity and Islam. Also features dramatized eyewitness accounts and expert commentary and analysis.

This is a Teaching Company production presented by Philip Daileader, College of William and Mary. Prof. Daileader traces major developments, leaders, and accomplishments in the history of Europe from about 300 to 1000 A.D.

This is a Teaching Company video which presents lectures on the history of the Papacy. The lectures are taught by Thomas F.X. Noble of the University of Notre Dame.

More a fighter than a politician, Richard led his men into many historic battles, commanding loyalty from his friends and respect from his enemies. Join the world's leading historians for an in-depth look at the man and his myth. Revisit his incredible military accomplishments through period artwork, and learn how he developed his combat skills fighting his father! Explore the legacy of the second Crusade, which he led to Jerusalem before negotiating a truce with Saladin. And see how he was able to extend England's influence over much of Europe, while capable ministers managed his nation for him. Journey back in time to the age of chivalry for the ultimate portrait of the king whose name remains synonymous with bravery.

This is a Teaching Company production, led by Kenneth W. Harl, Tulane University. As explorers and traders, the Vikings played a decisive role in the formation of Latin Christendom, and particularly of Western Europe. In this course the Vikings will be studied not only as warriors, but also in other roles for which they are equally extraordinary: merchants, artists, kings, raiders, seafarers, shipbuilders, and creators of a remarkable literature of myths and sagas.

This is a telecourse on western civilization built around the classroom lectures of Eugen Weber, author, historian, and professor at UCLA. The following parts cover the Middle Ages: 15. The Byzantine Empire -- 16. The fall of Byzantium -- 17. The dark ages -- 18. The age of Charlemagne -- 19. The middle ages -- 20. The feudal order -- 21. Common life--Middle Ages -- 22. Cities and cathedrals--Middle Ages -- 23. The late Middle Ages -- 24. The national monarchies

The powerful story of the Scottish Patriot, who never faltered in his struggle against English oppression, is retold with stunning battle footage, reconstructions and re-enactments.

His epic adventures in the Far East remain among the most celebrated journeys in human history. His writings gave Europeans their first authoritative look at life in that distant land. Marco Polo will forever be remembered as one of the greatest explorers and adventurers in history. His 20-year sojourn took him to China, India, the Middle East and Southeast Asia. He served in the court of the Mongol Emperor Kublai Khan and for three years governed the city of Yangzhou. Extensive excerpts from The Travels of Marco Polo capture the magic and wonder of his journey, while historians reveal what is known of his private life. See how his famous trip was actually the second undertaken by his family, and discover how his capture by Genoan forces in 1298 led to the writing of his historic book. It's a thrilling account of one of the greatest adventures in human history, and a revealing portrait of the man who went where others dared not dream.