Forget the slow-motion sword fights and perfect armor—real ancient warriors fought dirty, died young, and didn’t look anything like the movies. Here’s what history really says.

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JRR Tolkien's Middle-earth has been adapted successfully for film and TV, and the adaptations have made inspired additions ...