Why the medieval era was so dark? Because it was full of knights!
Earlier this term, our Year 7 and 8 students were presented with a very entertaining and educational view of life in the Medieval, Viking and Ancient historical periods. As part of their Stage 4 site study for History, our students learnt about the weapons, armour and tactics of these historical civilisations.
Presented by James Adams Historical Enterprises, the two hour session covered many aspects of the middle ages beginning with an explanation of Viking and Saxon tactics and why knights overcame them, rendering such armies obsolete.
Learning how weapons and armour evolved and were used was a particular highlight. Students enjoyed the opportunity to be hands-on as they were put into both mail and plate armour to get a real feel for their respective advantages and disadvantages.
Law and order, as well as torture methods were discussed, and it was inevitable that a few students would end up in a pillory - a wooden framework with holes for the head and hands, in which offenders were formerly imprisoned and exposed to public abuse.
Longbows and crossbows were compared as well as polearms and pikes, which were also mentioned and students learned how these, along with guns, ended the era of knights!
Thank you to James Adams Historical Enterprises for attending our College and providing our students with some great insight into these historical periods.
Marian Catholic College Kenthurst
www.mariankenthurst.catholic.edu.au
-
![National Skills Week Game Changer Event at CathWest]()
19 Aug 2024
National Skills Week Game Changer Event
CathWest is hosting an awesome event to help you discover how Vocational Education can be the ultimate game changer in your career and life. Register now!![IT Traineeship program for Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese]()
14 Aug 2024
Become an IT Trainee and earn while you learn
If you are a Year 10-12 student, attend an information session on either 14 or 15 August 2024 (4pm-6pm) at Aengus Kavanagh Centre, 59 Railway Parade Mount Druitt to get started.
Instagram | Marian
LATEST NEWS More news
26 Jul 2024
From Facebook
๐๐MCCAF๐๐ We are excited to invite the Marian community to the 2024 MCCAF showcase on Tuesday 20 August at 7.00pm. The Marian College Creative Arts Festival is a one-night only showcase of performances from our music, dance and drama students at the Hornsby RSL. All tickets are $25 per person, and go ON SALE at 5pm TODAY (Friday 26 July)! TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE LINK VIA THE COMPASS NOTIFICATION. Here's the link to the 2023 MCCAF highlights, giving you a glimpse of the amazing talent and creativity that awaits you this year. ๐ผ๐ค๐ฉฐ๐ท๐ญ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UTzYzKVGwyo
26 Jul 2024
From Facebook
Congratulations to all our Age Champions who were recognised at Assembly today. These students had great results at the College Athletics Carnival. Congratulations to you all! ๐๐๐ Congratulations also to Bradman House - Athletics Carnival champions for 2024! ๐๐๐
26 Jul 2024
Spotlight on a Scholarship Student #1 - Teacher in the making!
With applications for the CSPD Teacher Scholarship Program now open, we thought it was the perfect time to check in with our 2024 scholarship recipients. Get to know some of our future teachers through our series of Q&A profiles over the coming weeks.
25 Jul 2024
From Facebook
๐CONGRATULATIONS๐ to Beau (Year 7) who placed second, scoring the silver medal ๐ฅat the NSW All Schools Cross Country this week (13 Boys)! ๐ An amazing achievement and show of determination for such success at this high level. We wish Beau all the best as he now progresses to the National Championships to be held in Melbourne in August! ๐๐
24 Jul 2024
From Facebook
Congratulations to Zara (Year 9) for her outstanding performance at the Cadet and Junior Fencing Commonwealth Games Championship in Christchurch, New Zealand! ๐ณ๐ฟ Over the holidays, Zara competed in this prestigious event and emerged victorious, winning the gold medal ๐ฅ in the individual Women's Cadet Sabre event and earning the title of 2024 Women's Cadet Sabre Commonwealth Games Champion! Additionally, Zara represented Australia in the team events, securing a gold and a silver medal in the Cadet and Junior categories. ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐๐ What an incredible achievement Zara! ๐๐๐คบ
24 Jul 2024
From Facebook
๐๐ We are thrilled to congratulate five of our Marian students for their recent victory in the U14 Girls NSW State Cup Football Championship!โฝ๏ธ Madeline, Macey, Mackenzie, Lara, and Millie from Year 8, representing Kellyville United Football Club, have triumphed with their team in both the State Cup and the Champion of Champions. Well done, girls! What an incredible achievement for you all! ๐๐
23 Jul 2024
From Facebook
We are excited to share photos of our recent school Athletics Carnival! Held last term, the event was a fantastic display of athleticism and school spirit! Students competed in various track and field events, showcasing their skills and determination, it was wonderful to see our school community come together to celebrate our talented athletes. The day was filled with fun and friendly competition, making it a memorable event for all! ๐๐โโ๏ธ๐โโ๏ธ
23 Jul 2024
From Facebook
TERM 3 CODE CAMP! We are pleased to announce that we are again offering Code Camp for Term 3! After-school coding classes with Code Camp will start this term in Week 2 on Wednesday 31 July until 18 September. These classes are a fantastic opportunity for our Year 7-9 students to delve into the world of coding and technology. ๐ค๐ข๐ฎ๐จโ๐ป Register at www.codecamp.com.au/marian
21 Jul 2024
From Facebook
~WHAT'S ON AT MARIAN~ We hope you've had a relaxing break over the holidays. Here's a look at what's happening in Weeks 1 & 2! Have a great start to Term 3 Marian, we look forward to welcoming back students on Tuesday 23rd July!๐๐
16 Jul 2024
Catholic schools honour Bishop Manningโs legacy
Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese mourns the loss of Diocese of Parramatta Bishop Emeritus Kevin Manning who passed away yesterday.
11 Jul 2024
From Facebook
09 Jul 2024
From Facebook
โญ๏ธSAVE THE DATE - MCCAF - TUESDAY 20 AUGUSTโญ๏ธ MCCAF is back!!! The Marian College Creative Arts Festival is a one-night only showcase of performances from our music, dance and drama students. ๐๐ Save the date - Tuesday 20 August at 7pm at Hornsby RSL. ๐Tickets will go on sale via Compass in the first week of Term 3.๐
BROWSE CATEGORIES