History
Ogham as a Cipher in Medieval Ireland
Ogham wasn't just an inscription script — medieval Irish scholars developed elaborate cipher systems using it to encode secret messages. Here's how they worked.
In-depth guides on Ogham history, the Celtic alphabet, name meanings, tattoo ideas, and everything in between.
Ogham wasn't just an inscription script — medieval Irish scholars developed elaborate cipher systems using it to encode secret messages. Here's how they worked.
The Gone Medieval podcast recently dedicated an episode to Ogham — a forgotten medieval alphabet. Here's a summary of what they covered and why it's worth a listen.
Both Ogham and Runes are ancient scripts with mystical reputations — but they have nothing in common. Here's a clear comparison of two of history's most fascinating writing systems.