5 Misconceptions about Medieval Sieges in Movies

Get the exclusive NordVPN Deal here: It’s risk free with Nord’s 30-day-money-back-guarantee! Medieval sieges have become a favorite of moviemakers and game studios. Impenetrable walls, spectacular siege engines, a good dose of hands-on fighting and destruction make for an ideal canvas for heroism and drama. As history buffs we celebrate this attention. As historians, we often shed a tear. In general, most sieges were by far not as spectacular as depicted in popular media. Historical authenticity often falls victim to drama. Over time, the emphasis on dramatic storytelling in pop culture together with the doubtful work of some historians have created several misconceptions about medieval sieges. In this video we’re going to tackle five of these misunderstandings and look at one controversial aspect as a bonus at the end. Patreon (thank you): Merch store: Paypal (t