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Illustration of a knight (ca. 1250 C.E.),
thought by some to represent King
Henry III of England

 

Knights And Armor is dedicated to the history of the medieval knight (ca. 800-1500 C.E.). Here you will find information and links on the life of the medieval knight.

Begin with the history of knighthood (ca. 800 C.E.) and trace the medieval knight's role as a military, social, and political factor in medieval society. You will also learn about the evolution of the medieval knight's armor and weapons as he tried to keep pace with the medieval arms race. Also discover the science of heraldry--the method of identification rooted in the Middle Ages, and realize the codes of chivalry that medieval knights were held up to as well as the ideals of the crusades.

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13th century knight costume

This site is maintained and operated by a Bachelor of Arts in Medieval Studies who has also done some graduate work.
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Last updated: 24 June 2008

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