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Who Are The Anglo Saxons?
Hengist and Horsa led the vanguard of Saxon invaders whose
descendants came to reign over England for nearly seven centuries.
Their story is rich, as is their culture’s entire history....but
just who are the Anglo Saxons?
The Legend of King Arthur: Fact or Fiction
The legend of King Arthur tells us of a courageous, generous
and noble leaders who led his people to victory against “barbarian”
invaders, but his story is clouded with mystery. His romanticized
kingdom surpasses all others, but was there really King Arthur?
Anglo Saxon Society
The Saxons were part of a preliterate society - their history,
customs and laws were not committed to written records but
rather maintained by the oral tradition passed on through
their bards, or scops. Read to learn more about the wondrous
society of our Anglo Saxon Folk.
Men of History
Edwin, King of Northumbria
Home on the Grange
One vestige of our distant Anglo Saxon past is the Granger
movement which lives in today in the United States. What is
the Granger movement? Read and learn!
Anglo Saxon Games & Entertainment
During the ago of the Anglo Saxon, life was hard.....but when
there was time for play, the entertainment was plenty!
Men of History
St. Venerable Bede
The Tale of
a Heroic Warrior
Originally written in Anglo Saxon (what is known today as
Old English) and composed of more than 3000 lines, Beowulf,
the poem, is a heroic story about an honorable Scandinavian
prince.
The Battle of Maldon
Considered one of the best Anglo Saxon poems written in the
English language, The Battle of Maldon is an epic of the English
language.
Arms & Armor of the Anglo Saxons
First time bringing his experience and expertise to Sigrdifa
Magazine, Associate JohnJoyTree shares his vast knowledge
about the arms and armor of our Anglo Saxon ancestors.
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Focus On....Poetry
Teaching Anglo Saxon poetry, “the riddle”.
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Baby Sign Language
Over the past decade, baby sign language has become a popular
tool for communicating with toddlers. Read and learn more!
nature’s first aid
Natural Pet Care
Sigrdrifa writer Lucy White discusses the health and nutrition
of dogs and cats, including healthy alternatives to commercial
food prodcuts.
folk building in action
The SCOOTS Reading Club
The first and only of its kind available to our Folk, the
SCOOTS Reading Club is a great asset for promoting early and
continued literacy!
a birthing story
...Worth Every Minute...
Jenny shares with Sigrdrifa the birthing story of her first
babe.
part of our heritage
Anglo Saxon Cooking
An interesting look at some modern takes on Anglo Saxon cooking.
as well as....
Editor’s Letter
Did You Know?
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