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In the Middle Ages, protective clothing
for battle and weapons were important. |
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The Knights were protected with full
suits of plate armor, made of metal plates, which were very heavy and
difficult to move in. Knights in armor who fell off their horses were
unable to run away.
The sword was the most important knightly weapon. |
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and displayed the heraldic arms and was padded for extra protection.
He had a shield and a lance.
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This foot soldier is wearing protective
chain armor made of flexible metal loops.
He carries a lance made of wood with a small steel
head.
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| This knight is ready
for battle. He has his shield, amour, sword and he is well protected and
trained in the battle field. |
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The castle is guarded by a number of
foot soldiers, men with wood shields and short swords. |
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men ready to fight with longbows and crossbows. This one has his longbow
ready. |
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Hawking
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