Knights at Tournament (Elite)
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Book Description
Like all warrior classes throughout history medieval knights engaged in military games, partly in preparation for war and partly for pure sport. From their often brutal origins in the 10th century to the gaudy pageantry and eventual decline of the 15th and 16th centuries, tournaments were the centre of the knightly life. The image of the armoured and surcoated knight on his caparisoned charger remains the epitome of the chivalric ideal. Christopher Gravett explores the history of the tournament from its chaotic beginnings to its more formal, 'civilised' incarnation, describing the various 'events' and equipment which came into use.
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An unrivalled illustrated reference source on fighting men and commanders, past and present. Each volume is packed with full colour artwork, making military history uniquely accessible to enthusiasts of all ages.
Knights at Tournament (Elite),Christopher Gravett,Angus Mcbride,Osprey Publishing,0850458366,Customs & Traditions,Europe,History,History - Military / War,Knights and knighthood,Military,Military - General,Tournaments, Medieval,Customs,European history: c 500 to c 1500,History / Military / General,Warfare & Defence
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