Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Fauld
Armour (usually composed of horizontal lames) attached to the bottom edge of a breastplate to protect the abdomen.
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- Boss
- Also umbo. The round shaped piece of metal at the center of a shield. Protects the hand.
- Fort
- See Forte'.
- Shield
- Defensive article. Has many shapes and sizes. Usually made of wood or metal and a covering such as a leather. Has a handle or several straps to get…
- Goddara
- Sword with a curved blade and padded hilt; often highly decorated.
