Dismemberment & disgrace: the grisly fate of Simon de Montfort
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Exploring the Dark Trophy Economy in Medieval Warfare
Exploring the gruesome practice of dismembering enemies, this chapter focuses on Simon de Montfort's body as a symbol of victory and identity in battle. It also examines the cultural implications of body mutilation and its significance in medieval beliefs about death and resurrection.
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