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Knight’s Armor and Weapons
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Knight’s Armor and Weapons

This full suit of plate armor (15-16th cc.), typical of the late medieval period, was worn by elite knights for both battle and ceremonial purposes. Behind it, polearms like halberds and maces illustrate the diverse weaponry used in Livonian warfare. Armor symbolized power, discipline, and noble status.
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