Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Ancus
Indian elephant goad; vary greatly in size from about 40 to 120 centimeters in length; shorter ones were used by riders, while the longer versions were used by the trainers who were on foot.
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- Plackart
- Part of armor. Covers the wearer's lower rib and stomach area. Attached with straps which allows better flexibility.
- Sallet
- Helmet with (usually) a hinged visor and a long tail for protecting the back of the neck. Comes in many forms. In England known as a …
- Town-Sword
- See Small-Sword.
- Haubergen
- Shorter version of the hauberk, a shirt made of mail, usually laced down the sides.
