The Saber and Scroll Journal Volume 7, Issue 4, Fall 2018 | Page 7

Letter from the Journal Team
Susan Danielsson
Welcome everyone to the Saber and Scroll Journal’s second issue of
selected works in medieval history. In this issue, the journal continues to revisit its
most popular works in medieval history. Dr. Robert G. Smith’s article “The Hundred
Years’ War: A Different Contextual Overview” provides perspective on the events
and circumstances leading to the Hundred Years’ War. In Susanne Watts’s article
“From Raiders to Traders: The Viking-Arab Trade Exchange,” she discusses the long
-distance trade relations of the Vikings and Arab world. For those interested in
Scottish history, see DeAnna Stevens’s “William Wallace: The Man Behind the
Legend,” where she discusses the historical facts that created the myth. Christopher
Sheline’s article “The Lighter Side of Khan” looks passed old stereotypes and
provides insight into the positive qualities and past achievements of Genghis Khan.
For those interested in military history, see Patrick S. Baker’s “The Frankish War-
Machine of Charles Martel,” where he discusses the military effectiveness of the
Frankish leader. Mat Hudson’s article “Aethelred and Cnut: Saxon England and the
Vikings” details the significance of the conflict between Aethelred and Cnut on the
future of England. Aida Dias, Daniel Rosko, and Anne Midgley provide book
reviews on medieval books. I hope these articles help create an understanding and
unique glimpse into the medieval world.
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