16 Medieval Myths Some People Still Believe Today

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16 Medieval Myths Some People Still Believe Today

History has a way of getting twisted. When it comes to the Middle Ages, what we think we know is often completely wrong. Our modern understanding of medieval times is riddled with misconceptions that have become accepted as fact.

These myths, perpetuated by Victorian writers, Hollywood, and even some history books, paint a distorted picture of a complex era that spanned nearly a thousand years. Here are 16 persistent myths about the Middle Ages that might surprise you.

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