a breastplate is used to protect the internal organs, stomach, and the torso it was also used in the middle ages
Ultimatly; to protect the human torso from harm that might befall if in a battle, alas though since we humans are vain creatures we ended up using the breastplate or cuirass as fashion, or a tool of intimidation.
A military breastplate was a 'cuirass'
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no you can not
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They block the force. Think about it what does a breastplate protect a knight. Or a Kevlar vest block a bullet. While shin guards don't block all of your body they block your shins
A knight typically wore a suit of armor on his chest during battle, which consisted of a breastplate made of metal to provide protection from enemy weapons like swords and arrows. This armor was an essential part of the knight's defensive gear along with other pieces such as a helmet, gauntlets, and greaves.
they wore a helmet, a steel breastplate, thick leather gloves (to protect them from hurting themselves when they handled the pike) and as an additional weapon a sword. also a sash indicating what side they were on. hope this helps
On average, about 2 - 2.5mm thick. However, the very centreline of the breastplate might be thicker, perhaps 3.5mm thick at most, and the edges of the breastplate at the sides might be as little as 1.0mm thick.
Breastplate, helmet and shield.