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Norman Knight AD 950–1204

Author : Christopher Gravett
Publisher : Osprey Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9781855322875
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (228 download)

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Download or read book Norman Knight AD 950–1204 written by Christopher Gravett and published by Osprey Publishing. This book was released on 1993-03-25 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Throughout the 11th and 12th centuries the Norman knight was possibly the most feared warrior in Western Europe. He was descended originally from the Vikings who had settled in Northern France under their leader Rollo in or around 911 at the behest of Charles the Simple and throughout the following centuries they remembered and built on their warlike reputation. This book shows how their military prowess was renowned throughout the known world and resulted in Normans conquering Sicily in 1060 and England in 1066, as well as participating in many important battles in Italy and playing a major part in the First Crusade.

Norman Knight

Author : Christopher Gravett
Publisher : Osprey Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9781841761275
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (612 download)

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Download or read book Norman Knight written by Christopher Gravett and published by Osprey Publishing. This book was released on 2000-04-25 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is also available as part of the Warrior series as no. 1- 'Norman Knight 950-1204'. The Normans managed not only to defend their own lands, but also to conquer England and to win kingdoms in Southern Italy and Sicily. This volume investigates the lifestyles, the origins, equipments and motivation of these formidable fighting men.

English Medieval Knight 1400–1500

Author : Christopher Gravett
Publisher : Osprey Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9781841761466
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (614 download)

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Download or read book English Medieval Knight 1400–1500 written by Christopher Gravett and published by Osprey Publishing. This book was released on 2001-08-25 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 15th century was a time of change for knighthood. Knights no longer fought for their lords in return for land, since the feudal summons had long before given way to a system of contracts. Moreover, many knights now preferred the role of landowner, man-about-town or parliamentary representative. However, this was also the age of the knight in plate armour, of the battle of Agincourt and the conquests of Henry V, and of the Wars of the Roses, the bloody internecine struggle that tore medieval England apart. In this title Christopher Gravett describes the life of a 15th century knight, his equipment and experiences from his earliest days as a squire through to his experiences on the battlefields of England and France.

English Medieval Knight 1300–1400

Author : Christopher Gravett
Publisher : Osprey Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9781841761459
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (614 download)

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Download or read book English Medieval Knight 1300–1400 written by Christopher Gravett and published by Osprey Publishing. This book was released on 2002-10-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 14th-century knight lived in a century of change, in terms of both recruitment methods and the appearance of fighting men. This book describes all aspects of the knight's life, including his training in the castle yard and the hard knocks of tournaments. The knight's daily routine on campaign is explored along with the role of mercenary knights, the motivation of knights in the field and the influence of chivalry. The book is beautifully illustrated with eight colour plates by Graham Turner covering all aspects of knighthood in this period and also includes photographs of rare surviving contemporary pieces of armour.

The Anarchy

Author : Oliver Hamilton Creighton
Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN 13 : 1781382425
Total Pages : 376 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (813 download)

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Download or read book The Anarchy written by Oliver Hamilton Creighton and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2016 with total page 376 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first ever archaeologically based study of the turbulent period of English history often known as the 'Anarchy' of King Stephen's reign in the mid-twelfth century, covering battlefields and conflict landscapes, arms, armour and material culture, fortifications and the church.

King Stephen and The Anarchy

Author : Chris Peers
Publisher : Pen and Sword
ISBN 13 : 1473863694
Total Pages : 252 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (738 download)

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Download or read book King Stephen and The Anarchy written by Chris Peers and published by Pen and Sword. This book was released on 2018-02-28 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Anarchy, the protracted struggle between Stephen of Blois and the Empress Matilda for the English crown between 1135 and 1154, is often seen as a disastrous breakdown in one of the best-governed kingdoms of medieval Europe. But perhaps the impact of the conflict has been overstated, and its effect on the common people across the country is hard to judge. That is why Chris Peerss fresh study of this fascinating and controversial era is of such value. He describes each phase of this civil war, in particular the castles and sieges that dominated strategic thinking, and he sets the fighting in the context of the changing tactics and military systems of the twelfth century. His fresh account of this pivotal episode in the medieval history of England will be absorbing reading anyone who is keen to gain an insight into this period of English history and has a special interest in the practice of medieval warfare.

Knight

Author : Christopher Gravett
Publisher : Osprey Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9781849081382
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (813 download)

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Download or read book Knight written by Christopher Gravett and published by Osprey Publishing. This book was released on 2010-02-16 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The traditional 'knight in shining armor' has become a staple figure in popular culture; the images of bloody battlefields, bustling feasting halls and courtly tournaments have been creatively interpreted many times in film and fiction. But what was the knight truly like? The world of the English medieval knight was complex and ever-changing. From the household of King John to the defenders of Elizabeth I, there was a great alteration in the social standing of knights, their equipment and appearance, and their involvement in politics and warfare. In Knight, author Christopher Gravett, and expert on medieval history, describes how the knights evolved over four centuries of English and European history, the wars they fought, their lives both in peacetime and on campaign, the weapons they fought with, the armor and clothing they wore and their fascinating code and mythology of chivalry. The text is richly illustrated with images ranging from manuscript illustrations to modern artwork reconstructions, and many photographs of historic artifacts and sites. This book contains material previously published in Warrior 48: English Medieval Knight 1200-1300, Warrior 58: English Medieval Knight 1300-1400, Warrior 35: English Medieval Knight 1400-1500 and Warrior 104: Tudor Knight. It also includes a new introduction and new linking text.

Norman Stone Castles (1)

Author : Christopher Gravett
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1782002537
Total Pages : 66 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (82 download)

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Download or read book Norman Stone Castles (1) written by Christopher Gravett and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2012-08-20 with total page 66 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Descended from the Viking raiders who settled in Northern France under the leadership of Rollo in around 911, the Normans were amongst the most feared warriors of their time. Their territorial ambitions culminated in Duke William 1's conquest of England in 1066, but although victory at Hastings left the English crown in William's hands, Norman sovereignty remained far from established on the island. In order to consolidate his position, the new king built a series of fortifications across the country this book covers all these developments from the early days of William I through to the fortifications of Henry II, Richard I and John.

English Castles 1200–1300

Author : Christopher Gravett
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1472800605
Total Pages : 143 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (728 download)

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Download or read book English Castles 1200–1300 written by Christopher Gravett and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2013-01-20 with total page 143 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The simple castles raised after the Norman conquest had been developed throughout 11th and 12th centuries, whilst the introduction of Islamic and Byzantine fortification techniques from the late 12th century led to further developments in castle architecture. These fortifications were to be well tested throughout the course of the 13th century as England was riven by the conflict, characterized by prolonged sieges, between the monarchy and powerful magnates. As well as providing the focus for warfare, castles increasingly became the centres of their communities, providing a more permanent base for the lord, his family and retainers, as well as acting as centres for justice and administration.

The Sword

Author : Lisa Deutscher
Publisher : Boydell & Brewer
ISBN 13 : 1783274271
Total Pages : 296 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (832 download)

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Download or read book The Sword written by Lisa Deutscher and published by Boydell & Brewer. This book was released on 2019 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A multidisciplinary overview of current research into the enduringly fascinating martial artefact which is the sword.

Warriors

Author : Martin Windrow
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1472812980
Total Pages : 322 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (728 download)

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Download or read book Warriors written by Martin Windrow and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2015-10-20 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Warriors: Fighting men and their uniforms is a journey through the whole span of military history using illustrations of the uniforms of warriors from ancient times to the present day. From ancient times to the present day, the world's finest warriors have been marked out by a stunning variety of dress, tactics and equipment. This splendid collection of artwork and commentaries illustrates famous combatants from all the ages of military history, bringing them to life in incredible colour and detail. From the gleaming plate armour of the medieval knight to the sleek camouflage gear of modern special ops forces, from the distinctive attire of the Japanese samurai to the ballistic armour and modern electronics of Russia's elite Spetsnaz, this is an unmissable tour of history's most impressive fighting men.

Armies of the Dark Ages

Author : Ian Heath
Publisher : Lulu.com
ISBN 13 : 1326233327
Total Pages : 222 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (262 download)

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Download or read book Armies of the Dark Ages written by Ian Heath and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2015-03-23 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Armies of the Dark Ages spans the period from 600 AD to 1066 and describes Byzantine, Sub-Roman, Pictish, Irish, Visigothic, Lombard, Merovingian, Carolingian, Ottonian, Viking, Russian, Slav, Avar, Khazar, Magyar, Bulgar, Pecheneg, Ghuzz, Alan, Armenian, Sassanid, Arab, Andalusian, Near Eastern, Saxon, Norman, Italian and Spanish armies. It examines tactics and strategy, organisation and formations as well as providing a detailed guide to the dress and equipment of the armies of the period. Comprehensive illustrations complement the text and the result is a wealth of information for anyone interested in the warfare of the time. Long out of print, the book has been a source of inspiration to wargamers and academic historians alike. It is reprinted here in its complete 1980 second edition with an updated bibliography.

Norman Knight

Author : Eva McDonald
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780709155157
Total Pages : 156 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (551 download)

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Download or read book Norman Knight written by Eva McDonald and published by . This book was released on 1977-01-01 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The Normans

Author : Christopher Gravett
Publisher : Osprey Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9781846032189
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (321 download)

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Download or read book The Normans written by Christopher Gravett and published by Osprey Publishing. This book was released on 2007-05-22 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Norman knights were the most feared warriors of the 11th and 12th centuries in Western Europe. Tales of their conquests spread throughout the known world as their military prowess resulted in the capture of Sicily in 1060 and England in 1066. This book, packed with illustrations, explores the world of the Normans. Authors Christopher Gravett and David Nicolle discuss the spectacular castles the Normans erected to protect their lands, as well as the equipment, training, tactics and daily life of a typical Norman Knight.

The Bayeux Tapestry

Author : John F. Szabo
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 1442251565
Total Pages : 577 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (422 download)

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Download or read book The Bayeux Tapestry written by John F. Szabo and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2015-06-18 with total page 577 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Commanding its own museum and over 200 years of examination, observation and scholarship, the monumental embroidery, known popularly as the Bayeux Tapestry and documenting William the Conqueror’s invasion of England in October 1066, is perhaps the most important surviving artifact of the Middle Ages. This magnificent textile, both celebrated and panned, is both enigmatic artwork and confounding historical record. With over 1780 entries, Szabo and Kuefler offer the largest and most heavily annotated bibliography on the Tapestry ever written. Notably, the Bayeux Tapestry has produced some of the most compelling questions of the medieval period: Who commissioned it and for what purpose? What was the intended venue for its display? Who was the designer and who executed the enormous task of its manufacture? How does it inform our understanding of eleventh-century life? And who was the mysterious Aelfgyva, depicted in the Tapestry’s main register? This book is an effort to capture and describe the scholarship that attempts to answer these questions. But the bibliography also reflects the popularity of the Tapestry in literature covering a surprisingly broad array of subjects. The inclusion of this material will assist future scholars who may study references to the work in contemporary non-fiction and popular works as well as use of the Bayeux Tapestry as a primary and secondary source in the classroom. The monographs, articles and other works cited in this bibliography reflect dozens of research areas. Major themes are: the Tapestry as a source of information for eleventh-century material culture, its role in telling the story of the Battle of Hastings and events leading up to the invasion, patronage of the Tapestry, biographical detail on known historical figures in the Tapestry, arms and armor, medieval warfare strategy and techniques, opus anglicanum (the Anglo-Saxon needlework tradition), preservation and display of the artifact, the Tapestry’s place in medieval art, the embroidery’s depiction of medieval and Romanesque architecture, and the life of the Bayeux Tapestry itself.

The Normans in Italy 1016–1194

Author : Raffaele D’Amato
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1472839471
Total Pages : 50 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (728 download)

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Download or read book The Normans in Italy 1016–1194 written by Raffaele D’Amato and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2020-07-23 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Preceding and simultaneously with the conquest of England by Duke William, other ambitious and aggressive Norman noblemen (notably the Drengot, De Hauteville and Guiscard families) found it prudent to leave Normandy. At first taking mercenary employment with Lombard rulers then fighting the Byzantine Empire in southern Italy, many of these noblemen achieved great victories, acquired rich lands of their own, and perfected a feudal military system that lasted for 200 years. As news of the rich pickings to be had in the south spread in Normandy, they were joined by many other opportunists – typically, younger sons who could not inherit lands at home. Steadily, these Norman noblemen fought their way to local power, at first in Apulia, then across the Adriatic in Albania, and finally in Muslim Sicily, defeating in the process the armies of Byzantium, the German 'Holy Roman Empire', and Islamic regional rulers. Finally, in 1130, Roger II founded a unified kingdom incorporating southern Italy and Sicily, which lasted until the death of Tancred of Lecce in 1194 – though its legacy long outlasted Norman political rule. This beautifully illustrated title explores not only the Norman armies, but the armies of their opponents, with full-colour plates and expert analysis revealing fascinating details about the fighting men of Normandy, Byzantium, the Arab armies and more.

The Vikings

Author : René Chartrand
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1472813235
Total Pages : 210 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (728 download)

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Download or read book The Vikings written by René Chartrand and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2016-09-22 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The history of the Vikings is bloody and eventful, and Viking warriors capture the popular imagination to this day. They made history, establishing the dukedom of Normandy, providing the Byzantine Emperors' bodyguard and landing on the shores of America 500 years before Columbus. Beautifully illustrated with colour photographs and original Osprey artwork, this book presents a new window into their way of life including detailed studies of the Hersir, the raiding warrior of the Viking world, and the legendary Viking longship.