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English Civil War

2006-06-20T06:07:02Z

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Norman shield

2006-06-08T00:28:22Z

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[[image:Normancav.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Soldier on horseback with a Norman shield]]

The '''Norman shield''' was used by the [[Norman]]s from the [[11th century|11th]] to [[12th century|12th]] centuries. It is a large, curved [[shield]], often referred to as a '''kite shield''' because of its shape.

A kite shield extends the bottom the the shield down into a long point, giving it an overall "teardrop" shape. This shape means very good protection for the shield-side leg.

In addition, it is cross-strapped, the shield being held in place by an "X" of leather straps. The kite also had two grips, one at the top edge of the shield, allowing it to be wielded with ease [[infantry|on foot]]; and another at a right angle along the edge, allowing a [[cavalry|mounted warrior]] to carry the shield and handle the reins with his left hand, while the right hand wielded a weapon.

It should be noted that the figure in the picture at right has the shield [[guige|slung]] at his shoulder, rather than gripped for [[combat]].
[[image:shieldkite.jpg|right|150px|thumb|Replica 11th century kite shield.]]
It is not known now the extent to which shields of this type and period actually were decorated (although other contemporary sources appear to indicate that they were), nor whether any decoration was a proto-example of personal heraldry, an indication of allegiance amongst different bands fighting together, or the artistic choice of the crafters who made the shields.

[[category:shield]]
[[category:armour]]
[[category:norman]]

Talk:Tudor clothing

2006-03-15T00:17:10Z

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Duct tape

2006-02-17T00:37:04Z

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Duct tape, while not being used or even known during [[period]], is a very handy item... and '''[[they would have used it if they'd had it]]!'''

Uses in the [[SCA]] include:
* holding [[armor]] together
* holding [[garb]] together
* holding [[tent]]s together
* making [[sword]]s look shiny (if you use the really shiny, not just dull silver, side)
* holding just about anything together (but don't expect duct tape to help in (most) relationships.)

In the [[SCA]] Duct Tape is also known as the ''[[relic|Holy Ribbon of Saint Tenacious]]'' or attributed to Saint Cunard, patron saint of poor [[warriors]] and [[merchants]] in a hurry.

"Duct tape is like the Force. It has a light side and a dark side, and it holds
the universe together."

Ok, so this isn't medieval, but hey, it's a good use for duct tape!

[[image:ducttapefun.jpg]]