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Michael Smathers
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Michael is an avid student of history with a focus on medieval Japan. He also practices traditional martial arts in his spare time and enjoys reading and learning about the history and mythology of different cultures.
History
7 Mythical Weapons That Aren’t Swords
Michael Smathers
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June 29, 2026
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History
Why Medieval Armies Preferred Polearms to Swords
Michael Smathers
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June 1, 2026
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Ancient History
Why the Staff May Be the Oldest Weapon Mankind Ever Used
Michael Smathers
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May 26, 2026
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Art
Katana vs. Saber: A Closer Look at Two Iconic Blades
Michael Smathers
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March 24, 2026
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History
The Asymmetrical But Strangely Effective Bamboo Longbow (Yumi Bow) of the Samurai
Michael Smathers
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March 13, 2026
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History
7 Fighting Disciplines That Influenced Bruce Lee and Jeet Kune Do
Michael Smathers
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March 7, 2026
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History
How the Ancient Game of Chess Spread Across the World
Michael Smathers
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March 1, 2026
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History
How China and Japan Shaped Each Other Through War and Trade
Michael Smathers
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March 1, 2026
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History
10 Legendary Swords That Forged (and Broke) Empires
Michael Smathers
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February 28, 2026
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History
6 Edo-Period Samurai Who Became Famous Off the Battlefield
Michael Smathers
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February 20, 2026
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History
6 Famous Swordsmen of Medieval and Renaissance Europe Who Shaped the Art of Fencing
Michael Smathers
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February 12, 2026
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History
How Feudalism Shaped Power and Wealth in Medieval Europe
Michael Smathers
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February 12, 2026
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Religion - History & Theory
How Taoism’s Idea of Balance and Harmony Can Quiet a Restless Mind
Michael Smathers
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February 7, 2026
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History
The Sword-Drawing Art of Iaijutsu That Samurai Warriors Used Against Their Foes
Michael Smathers
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November 29, 2025
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