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The Defensive Armour and the Weapons and Engines of War of Mediæval Times and of the "Renaissance. - Hardcover

Clephan R. Coltman

 
9789354784620: The Defensive Armour and the Weapons and Engines of War of Mediæval Times and of the "Renaissance.
Hardcover
ISBN 10: 9354784623 ISBN 13: 9789354784620
Publisher: Zinc Read, 2021

Synopsis

The Defensive Armour and the Weapons and Engines of War of Mediæval Times, and of the Renaissance by R. Coltman Clephan is a detailed historical study of European arms and armor from the Middle Ages through the Renaissance. The book examines the evolution of personal protection, including helmets, chain mail, plate armor, and shields, alongside the weapons designed to defeat them, such as swords, maces, and polearms. Clephan also explores siege warfare, describing the development of engines like catapults, trebuchets, and early firearms. The work provides insight into the craftsmanship and strategic innovations that shaped medieval and Renaissance warfare. It discusses how advances in metallurgy and military tactics influenced the design of both armor and weaponry, leading to a constant arms race between offense and defense. Rich in historical detail, the book serves as an important reference for students of military history, collectors, and enthusiasts of medieval and early modern combat.

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Publisher
Zinc Read
Publication date
2021
Language
English
ISBN 10 
9354784623
ISBN 13 
9789354784620
Binding
Hardcover
Number of pages
193