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Armor > Shields > Pavises

Preferred term

Pavises  

Definition

  • Large oblong shields used mainly by archers and crossbowmen, 14th-early 16th cs.; also widely used by foot soldiers [Encyc of Arms & Weapons]

Broader concept

Notation

  • 116200

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URI

http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JLC-BJHTW2NR-X

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