Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Lance
Typical weapon of a man-at-arms. Firstly a long (9 ft) spear but later developed into a heavier and even longer form unsuited for infantry.
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- Holes or slits in the visor of a helmet or the lames of a falling buffe or bevor, for ventilation; also…
- Catapult
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- Rebated
- Training or tournament sword with blunted point and edge.
- Studded and Splinted Armor
- Heavy fabric or leather with the filling of rigid materials riveted in plates or strips.
