We have medieval imagery of women in armor ... Agnes took her sick father’s place during a duel, wearing his clothes and armor. It was only after she had defeated her opponent that she bared ...

The museum said: "Very much a male piece of clothing, armor was closely connected with ... completely encases the wearer's body, is not a medieval phenomenon, but dates from the early modern ...

Historian and host of the Gone Medieval podcast Matt Lewis ranks the most famous helmets from the medieval period. From the Great Helm to Sutton Hoo, Matt scores each helmet on protection, comfort ...

One of the most fascinating aspects of this education was charting the changes that occurred as a result of this medieval arms race. Let's start with the Battle of Hastings, in 1066, as recorded ...