Overview
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Explore the fascinating world of Bronze Age armor in Europe through this comprehensive 28-minute documentary. Discover the origins of metal armor, helmets, and shields, and learn how these protective gear innovations reflect the societies that created them. Delve into the famous Dendra Panoply of Mycenaean Greece and the iconic boar's tusk helmet, while examining the widespread use of bronze armor across the continent. Investigate the development of circular bronze shields, various helmet designs, greaves, pauldrons, and cuirasses. Gain insights into the evolution of armor technology throughout the Bronze Age and understand its significance in shaping warrior cultures and combat strategies of the time.
Syllabus
Historical European Armor.
Bronze Age Armor.
Bronze Age Helmets.
Bronze Age Greaves and Pauldrons.
Bronze Age Shields.
Bronze Age Cuirasses.
The Dendra Panoply.
Late Bronze Age Cuirass.
Bronze Age Warrior's Armor.
Taught by
Dan Davis History
Reviews
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After reviewing the video, I gained clarity of the true forms of armor; after years of the reading references in texts, stylized images and watching dramatized movies that appeared to be unreal. History is my favorite so the class was a delight and informative. Thank you!!!