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Shields of the Medieval Knight
Here is a comprehensive listing of the various types of shields that were used during the medieval period. Many of these were carried by knights but they were not just part of the armament of mounted knights. Some types were used by infantry and ground troops.
Types of Shields
Parts of Shields
Shields evolved over the centuries as technology and weapons evolved. They got stronger and lighter. One of the most important aspects of a shield was that it was often adorned with the crest of a knights family, order, or of the crest for his lord or king. This shows the Knights Templar Cross.
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Materials of Shields - Shields were originally made of treated leather. Later they were made of wood and often banded with metal for strength and to protect against hacking weapons. The Art of Shield Building was always an arms race between the strength of the shield vs its weight. The Types of Shields
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