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In this section of the web site, we hope to offer some new insights into early germanic society by drawing on some of the more recent archaeological discoveries and ideas on the Continent.
Of particular interest are the discoveries in the village terp at Fallward, in the Wesermarsch.
Terps were partially constructed from dung which has some excellent preserving qualities. As a result, a number of exceptionally well preserved household items have been recovered.
These show that, even at the village level, craftsmanship had developed well beyond that of the purely functional.
Whilst contibutors to Anglii share a common interest in the germanic migration period, the information should also be of interest to later anglo saxon or viking re-enactors. Indeed many already base their clothing on even earlier 3rd century continental bog finds.
The changes in construction techniques for metalwork, particularly swords and helmets are quite rapid during this period but quality woodwork seems to have been well established and not restricted to the very rich.
Additionally, Stephen Pollington has contributed some introductory articles on religion and language. We hope he will contribute more on these topics.
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Home grown produce from the Merovingian village at Marle. Photo courtesy Alain Nice.
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