The Defensive Armour and the Weapons and Engines of War of Mediæval Times, and…
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"The Defensive Armour and the Weapons and Engines of War of Mediæval Times, and of the Renaissance" by Robert Coltman Clephan is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book offers a detailed exploration of medieval and Renaissance armaments, particularly focusing on the evolution of defensive armour and offensive weaponry. It draws upon contemporary collections and historical records to elucidate the craftsmanship, styles, and functionality of various forms of
warfare equipment throughout these periods. The opening of the text begins with a preface that outlines the author's intent to provide an accessible yet informative resource on arms and armour, highlighting the necessity for a comprehensive approach to a topic often scattered across various sources. Clephan discusses the chronological treatment of the subject and emphasizes the complexities involved in accurately dating and classifying arms and armour due to regional variations and technological advancements. He acknowledges the influence of earlier civilizations on the development of these items, noting the transition from primitive forms of armament to more sophisticated designs reflective of the social and tactical changes within medieval and Renaissance warfare. This thorough introduction sets the stage for a deeper examination of specific armours, weapons, and their corresponding historical contexts in the coming chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Clephan, R. Coltman (Robert Coltman), 1839-1922 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 02007555 |
| Title | The Defensive Armour and the Weapons and Engines of War of Mediæval Times, and of the "Renaissance." |
| Credits |
Produced by deaurider, Charlie Howard, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 66.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | U: Military science |
| Subject | Weapons |
| Subject | Armor |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 59209 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-59209-1 |
| Release Date | Apr 5, 2019 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 820 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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