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Welcome to historian, Robert Gunn's [ aka 'Skyelander' ], 'Scottish, Celtic & medieval History Online'.
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*New* features and what is coming (4 listings, scroll down to view)

1) *Brand new*: "The VIKINGS!, Fury from the North" is finally here! only on these pages. The story tells the history of the Vikings from their origins and early raids; to chapters on the Vikings in Scotland, Ireland, Wales, England, France, Russia, their effect on European history and more. This is an in-depth look at the Vikings updating some common misconceptions about the fierce northmen. Viking hersirs, warriors, settlements, weapons and artefacts will all be covered, along with so much more, I haven't the room to detail it all here. One chapter added per week. type this URL to read, or use drop-menu below. ( http://members.aol.com/skyelander/menu15.html )

I've included many graphics, images and maps, plus a fully detailed menu with all the chapters and sub-chapters for easy navigation. Thanks to all for voting this article the *most desired article* to be read here first, before I move on to the next topic. Vote in the poll to help me determine which articles to complete next. There are 10 to choose from.
http://members.aol.com/skyelander/poll.html

2) *The Ancient Celts* and their warriors. From the Hallstatt and La Tene Cultures on to the Britons, Picts, Scots and Irish, read these brief accounts of Celtic history. Traces Celt movements from central Europe, & all their migrations; focus is on the larger and lesser known conflicts, dress & weapons of our amazing ancestors. Then join us for discussion of all topics on our messageboard forum: http://skyelander.proboards17.com

3) A complete Scottish battles timeline. All known Scottish conflicts will be included in this informative timeline that also gives a brief description of each and a location of the battlefield. Use menu below or type: http://members.aol.com/skyelander/sbattles.html

4) Chapter 3 of the 25 chapter online book, "The Story of Scotland's History" is online now! To read it, type the URL below into your browswer or use the drop-down menu. *Chapter 4 will be ready and online in late November.*
http://members.aol.com/scothist/scot3.html

Cheers and Enjoy!
R.M. Gunn, MA "Skyelander"
Feedback can be sent via the form on the 'about' link, at the bottom of each page.
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*NEW* - !FINALLY! "The VIKINGS!, "Fury from the North" is here only on these pages; every aspect of the Vikings will be covered and many in-depth. New chapters added per week. CHeck the drop menu! ------- Also, *The Ancient Celtic Warriors* and their warlords and battles. From Hallstatt, & La Tene Cultures to Britons, Picts, Scots and Irish and Highlanders, read these brief accounts of Celtic history. ------ Thank you, and enjoy!

About this site:

These pages will feature: Scottish History, Medieval History (the Vikings), Ancient Celtic History, Irish, Welsh, and early medieval British history. Additions and articles to be updated monthly, so please check back often for new essays and original articles. Be sure to check out the 4 Online Books:
*-NEW!- "The Vikings! Fury from the North" -Vikings in Scotland, Wales, Ireland, England & more, and -

"Story of Scotland" and "Tragic Highland Clearances" and NEW-"Celtic Warriors"

Also new is a Scottish Battles Timeline with brief descriptions of each battle.

This main page is divided in three categories, (1) Scottish history, (2) Celtic history (Irish, Welsh and ancient Celts) and (3) a special new section devoted to medieval European history: Famous battles, warfare, tactics, weapons, armour, and Dark Age cultures of interest, such as the Vikings. You're vote in the history mini-poll will determine which articles come first! So please vote.

I hope you enjoy this free, non-profit history site dedicated to those of us who love ancient and medieval history. If you'd like to discuss Scottish/Celtic or medieval history & culture - from beginner to advanced - join our free, Scottish, Celtic History Messageboards.
Stay tuned for new areas coming soon! Thanks for visiting.
Robert Gunn, MA, hwa.

Scottish History Online

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[Irish, Welsh, Ancient Britons and Bretons History]

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[Medieval history: battles, warfare, tactics, and Dark Age cultures]

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