The Case for The 'Bright' Ages

A fighter representing Germany celebrates after a combat during a Medieval Combat World Championship tournament in Belmonte, Spain, Thursday, May 1, 2014.
( Andres Kudacki / AP Photo )
( Andres Kudacki / AP Photo )
Produced by Eloise Blondiau
Hosted by Brooke Gladstone
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