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Was a longsword swing really completely ineffective against full plate armour in a high/late medieval setting?

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How common was it for people to be crushed to death in the crowd of people in pre-gunpowder battles?

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When did 'Black [people]' first begin to be used as a term to describe people of traditionally African descent?

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What was the essential difference between "Light Cavalry" and "Heavy Cavalry" in European Medieval and Ancient Warfare?

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Is there a good explanation for the constant evolution of European shields over time?

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"Light Cavalry" vs "Heavy Cavalry" in Ancient and Medieval Warfare

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Title	Upvotes	Mark as read	Favorited	Rating	Add to a list
Was a longsword swing really completely ineffective against full plate armour in a high/late medieval setting?	880
How common was it for people to be crushed to death in the crowd of people in pre-gunpowder battles?	36
When did 'Black [people]' first begin to be used as a term to describe people of traditionally African descent?	7
What was the essential difference between "Light Cavalry" and "Heavy Cavalry" in European Medieval and Ancient Warfare?	4
Is there a good explanation for the constant evolution of European shields over time?	3
"Light Cavalry" vs "Heavy Cavalry" in Ancient and Medieval Warfare	1