Nightmen and Ale

Nightmen, tasked with the unpleasant job of waste removal, faced social stigma but were not the unbathed figures often depicted in popular culture. Contrary to myths, people in medieval times maintained personal hygiene, challenging the notion that they were oblivious to odors. Additionally, the dubious concept of lanted ale—brewing beer with ammonia from urine—highlights how historical narratives can be influenced by social biases and misconceptions.