Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Helmet
Armor protecting the head. Comes in many forms.
From Encyclopedia
- Chausses
- Leggings made from mail when a part of armor.
- Morion
- Form of a helmet with a distinctively curved brim and a high crest.
- Plackart
- Part of armor. Covers the wearer's lower rib and stomach area. Attached with straps which allows better flexibility.
- Haubergen
- Shorter version of the hauberk, a shirt made of mail, usually laced down the sides.
