Norman shield - Revision history

User 144 at 04:27, 7 October 2006

2006-10-07T04:27:04Z

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	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.		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~~, however the main point (no pun intended) of the sharp end was to allow it to be driven into the ground. This meant that several men side by side could form a very rigid barrier~~.		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.		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.

144.135.62.1 at 06:09, 14 August 2006

2006-08-14T06:09:29Z

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	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.		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.		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, however the main point (no pun intended) of the sharp end was to allow it to be driven into the ground. This meant that several men side by side could form a very rigid barrier.

	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.		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.

203.166.96.235: correction

2006-06-08T00:29:25Z

correction

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203.166.96.237: correction

2006-06-08T00:28:22Z

correction

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	[[image:Normancav.jpg\|thumb\|right\|150px\|Soldier on horseback with a Norman shield]]		[[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 [[~~15th~~ century\|~~15th~~]] centuries. It is a large, curved [[shield]], often referred to as a '''kite shield''' because of its shape.		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.		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.

User 144 at 08:40, 29 May 2006

2006-05-29T08:40:52Z

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User 144 at 05:31, 6 May 2006

2006-05-06T05:31:53Z

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	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.		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 [[slung]] at his shoulder, rather than gripped for [[combat]].		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.]]		[[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.		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.

User 144: Added picture

2006-05-06T05:31:12Z

Added picture

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	[[image:Normancav.jpg\|thumb\|right\|Soldier on horseback with a Norman shield]]		[[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 [[15th century\|15th]] centuries. It is a large, curved [[shield]], often referred to as a '''kite shield''' because of its shape.		The '''Norman shield''' was used by the [[Norman]]s from the [[11th century\|11th]] to [[15th century\|15th]] centuries. It is a large, curved [[shield]], often referred to as a '''kite shield''' because of its shape.
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	It should be noted that the figure in the picture at right has the shield [[slung]] at his shoulder, rather than gripped for [[combat]].		It should be noted that the figure in the picture at right has the shield [[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.		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.

144.137.119.138 at 13:40, 22 January 2006

2006-01-22T13:40:09Z

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

	The '''Norman shield''' was used by the [[Norman]]s from the [[11th century\|11th]] to [[15th century\|15th]] centuries. It is a large [[shield]], often referred to as a '''kite shield''' because of its shape.		The '''Norman shield''' was used by the [[Norman]]s from the [[11th century\|11th]] to [[15th century\|15th]] 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.		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.

Paul Matisz: added notes on strapping

2005-11-01T19:57:07Z

added notes on strapping

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	The '''Norman shield''' was used by the [[Norman]]s from the [[11th century\|11th]] to [[15th century\|15th]] centuries. It is a large [[shield]], often referred to as a '''kite shield''' because of its shape.		The '''Norman shield''' was used by the [[Norman]]s from the [[11th century\|11th]] to [[15th century\|15th]] centuries. It is a large [[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.
	The design is good for vertical cover and (if strapped to the arm correctly) can quite easily be manoevered to meet leg attacks. It is, however, quite a heavy design, and needs a good strong arm.

			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 ~~gent~~ in the picture has the shield slung at his shoulder, rather than gripped for combat.

		⚫	It should be noted that the figure in the picture at right has the shield [[slung]] at his shoulder, rather than gripped for [[combat]].

	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.		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:shield]]
			[[category:armour]]

Conrad Leviston: wikify and typo

2005-04-17T14:07:39Z

wikify and typo

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

	The '''Norman shield''' was used by the [[Norman]]s from the [[11th century\|11th]] to [[15th century\|15th]] centuries. It is a large shield, often referred to as a '''kite shield''' because of its shape.		The '''Norman shield''' was used by the [[Norman]]s from the [[11th century\|11th]] to [[15th century\|15th]] centuries. It is a large [[shield]], often referred to as a '''kite shield''' because of its shape.

	The design is good for vertical cover and (if strapped to the arm correctly) can quite easily be manoevered to meet leg attacks. It is, however, quite a heavy design, and needs a good strong arm.		The design is good for vertical cover and (if strapped to the arm correctly) can quite easily be manoevered to meet leg attacks. It is, however, quite a heavy design, and needs a good strong arm.

	It should be noted that the gent in the picture has the shield slung at his shoulder, rather than gripped for combat.<br>It is not known now the extant 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.		It should be noted that the gent in the picture has the shield slung at his shoulder, rather than gripped for combat.

			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:shield]]