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Celtic History
The history of the indigenous peoples of the British Isles contains a rich culture of tribes, peoples, and customs. These people have fought and beaten the Romans, Anglo-Saxons, and Normans. Their influence can still be seen throughout Ireland and Scotland today.
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What are some problems that face historians when studying the Celts?
Many people in the Celtic societies were not literate, so written records of any kind are very hard to find.
Why do you rely on roman writers like pliny for much information about Celts?
Before Christianity reached the Celtic lands, The Celts transcribed their history orally, much like the Greeks. This is not, as many people believe, because the Celts could not write. They had just as much of an alphabet as the Greeks and Romans. They mainly used writing for menial purposes, such as coinage. They, however, believed that an oral tradition was more worthy of their stories. Professional Poets, known as Bards, would memorize the stories and traditions of their people. Most of these stories were lost, because of the Roman conquests, and those that survived have been altered, because Catholic monks saw some of the content as blasphemous and pagan. Thus, we rely greatly upon the Roman and Greek writers for information on these ancient people.
What weapons did the Celts use?
the most common was the sword,spear,throwing clubs, and bow and arrow as well as shields
Where can you find sheet music for cry of the Celts?
Cry of the Celts is available from www.seoltamusic.com
I don't think so. The Celts are Nordics. And Germans and others in continental Europe north of the Alps are part Celtic. Some in some regions are heavily Celtic.
How many Romans died from the battle against Celts?
Please be more specific. The Celts were an ethnic group or groups or people who lived all across western Europe and parts of Britain and Ireland. The Romans, at different times, fought many battles against them. In order to answer your question properly we have to know what battle you need info on.
What kind of clothing did the Celts wear?
Male Celts wore trousers and tunics (the length of the tunics often depended on the rank of the person - high ranked people tended to wear longer tunics). Female Celts wore dresses, and these dresses were often very cleverly decorated depending on the status of the woman. Female Celts nearer to Greece and Rome often copied the style of their dress from Greek clothing. All Celts (if they could afford it) wore a lot of jewellery, mainly torcs, earrings, rings, necklaces, anklets and headdresses.
What do Celts do in their spare time?
In their spare time the Celts enjoyed many pastimes including hunting, storytelling, music and poetry.....
What is the difference between Celts and Picts?
The difference is that the Picts were a people who merged with the Scots and Gaels, but the Celts were not a people, more a collection of semi-mythical primitive tribes somewhere in the Northern Spanish area where the Basques are today.Some say they came from Morocco first then migrated.
The difference is that the Picts were a people who merged with the Scots and Gaels, but the Celts were not a people, more a collection of semi-mythical primitive tribes somewhere in the Northern Spanish area where the Basques are today.Some say they came from Morocco first then migrated.
Answer Modern thinking is that Picts were in fact from Norway - which would make them Germanic of origin - not the kind of dark skinned Berber Celt that the Basques etc are. Why the 'Scots' are often blond haired.
What are some Celtic words for magic?
Irish: draíocht
Scots Gaelic: draoidheachd
Welsh: hud; dewiniaeth; swyngyfaredd
Why do the Celts wear blue paint?
Hiya, To answer your question, Ummm, They wore there blue paint to show there religion and that they were going into war.
What did the Celts do for enertaiment?
ficheall (irish word for chess)and bàìre (a Celtic game kind of like hurling).
What was unique about the Celts appearance?
The Celts were known for their distinctive appearance, characterized by elaborate body art, including intricate tattoos and body paint, which often featured geometric designs and symbols. They typically wore woolen clothing, with men donning tunics and cloaks, while women wore long dresses. Additionally, they often adorned themselves with jewelry made of bronze, gold, or silver, showcasing their craftsmanship. Their hairstyles, which could include braids or shaved sections, further contributed to their striking and memorable look.
