No, medieval Europeans didn’t routinely toss chamber pot waste out their windows—despite what pop culture might suggest. While isolated incidents occurred, laws, social norms, and practical concerns made this behavior far less common than the myth implies. The Myth of the Flying Chamber Pot If you’ve ever watched a period drama or read a cheeky [continue reading…] No, medieval Europeans didn’t routinely toss chamber pot waste out their windows—despite what pop culture might suggest. While isolated incidents occurred, laws, social norms, and practical concerns made this behavior far less common than the myth implies. The Myth of the Flying Chamber Pot If you’ve ever watched a period drama or read a cheeky [continue reading…]