The Knights Medieval Armor

Wars have been fought since time began, fighting with clubs, swords, guns, and bombs. As time has progressed weapons, time has also progressed armor. In the 13th century, armor had progressed quite well.

Back then, armor did not come for free. It had to be purchased and fitted. The armor had to fit closely to the body for the soldier to be able to move around easily. Because armor had to be fitted, it was often not cheap. Knights were generally one of the few who were able to have it.

A symbol of power

Because of the high cost, Knights were generally the people who had armor. Armor was often a symbol of power. On their shields their house crest would be engraved and they would have spurs. When a knight was disgraced, their spurs would get cut off and their shield would have to be worn upside down.

A Lengthy Process

Putting on one’s armor was never a quick process. With all of those pieces of metal, the knights had to take time out of their day to be able to put it on. An apprentice to knights, called a squire, would often accompany them to the battlefield and assist with armor.

Layers of Armor

• The bottom layer is just as important as the top. Without the under clothes, the armor will chaff against the knight’s skin.
• The Aketon is an arming doublet
• The arms required chain mail, besagues, reebrace, and vambrace.
• To cover their torso, they would wear a chest plate and a back plate.
• For the head, chain mail would be worn to protect your brain.

Without Armor

Even though a portion of the army was without armor, it was still vital for the survival of the soldier or knight. When faced with an opponent, you will be glad you decided to buy teh armor.

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