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The Components of a Medieval Suit of Armor
One historian said that armor made the knights the equivalent of a medieval tank. They could wade through the battlefield dealing death without worrying too much about what was to come. Armor is complicated and full of French names that Americans … Continue reading
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8 Tips on Selecting the Right Ancient Armor
When it comes to getting authentic armor for your event or experience, many people will just settle for a run of the mill, off the rack costume that doesn’t even come close to representing the type of armor worn during … Continue reading
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Beyond Medieval Leather Armor And Nerds: A Brief LARP History
In today’s world, people have many options of how to entertain themselves. They can watch movies, read books, play sports, go hiking, and even engage in live action role playing, more commonly referred to as LARP. Now let’s be honest…when … Continue reading
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The Basics Of The Bascinet: One Of The Greats Of Medieval Helmets
For knights of the Middle Ages, head gear was key To deflect sharp weapons and to make arrows flee. A blow to an unprotected head was all it took To end a warrior’s fight without a second look. Thus, many … Continue reading
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Knighthood: What It Took To Get The Knight Armor, Weapons, and Title
Nothing is more defining of the Middle Ages than a knight. These men in their medieval knight armor, with their noble steeds, inspired many. However, they had to pay their dues to reach this status. Indeed, knights are to be … Continue reading
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Gladiators: The Men Behind The Roman Armor
Crowds flocked from miles around to watch them. They were quite a spectacle with their mad skills and flashy Roman armor. They gave an empire heroes to believe in and became the pride of the people. Indeed Roman gladiators were … Continue reading
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Setting The Record Straight About A Knight In A Suit Of Armor
When it comes to the Middle Ages, perhaps the most defining image in popular culture is a knight in a full suit of armor mounted on horseback. Hailed as one of the most exciting times in history, the medieval period … Continue reading
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The Notable Facets of Chainmail Armor For Sale
If you are a historical enthusiast, there’s no doubt that you’ve come across chainmail armor for sale. No one can deny its appeal bearing a spiffy look with its interlocking ring pattern. Nor can anyone discount the place of chainmail … Continue reading
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The Right Roman Soldier Costume For You
As Halloween is only days away, you may be rummaging through your wardrobe and thrifts store racks in hope of finding the perfect garb to impress at those weekend parties. While this search can be daunting, history is always a … Continue reading
Suit of Armor For Sale And A Historical Tale
If you’ve ever seen a suit of armor for sale, Were you aware of the pieces it does entail? Though it may look like one big chunk of metal, it has many parts That work together to guard against the … Continue reading
