This series illustratet the steps to dressed for the Battle in the second half of the 15th Century.
First we start with the Gambeson, the Gambeson is a quilted coat filled with coarse linen. The Main function of the "Gambi" is to absorb the kinetic energy of a Hit in combination with a Armour ( Mail or Plate ).
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Start with the Legs, prepared with the Helmet. So first the Greaves ( Shin guards )