Archaeologists uncovered a 'b******s' dagger in the 14th-century Gullberg Fortress, notable for its phallic design. This weapon, a humorous relic, sheds light on the fortress's violent past. Found alongside ammunition, it indicates former conflicts as the area faced numerous invasions. The fortress itself evolved through various constructions and expansions from the 1400s onward, illustrating Sweden's historical defense against Danish forces. Despite later developments, remnants of its tumultuous history remain visible beneath modern structures, indicating the siteâs significance in medieval military architecture.
âThe early medieval fortresses that existed on Gullberget were built as a counter-defence against the nearby Danish-Norwegian castles on Hisingen and when the Danes controlled Älvsborg Castle.â
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