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Yes, as a matter of fact. SWAT teams use shields when entering a hostile building. Riot squads use shields to protect themselves from thrown rocks, bottles, etc. Extraction teams use shields when they breach cells to remove hostile inmates. Shields are used by EOD, firefighters, for some chemistry applications, by welders.
There are actually a number of different uses for shields today.
What else can I help you with?
How did people cut wooden shields in the middle ages?
Used an ax.
What do you call people from South Shields?
The People from South Shields are called Sand Dancers
When did knights start using shields?
They always used shields
What were Zulu shields used for?
The Zulu shields, like the shields of soldiers or warriors of all other peoples in the world, were used for protection in battle.
How many people are there about in south shields?
South Shields has a population of around 75,000 people.
What county is south shields in in the UK?
South Shields is in the Tyne and Wear! Thanks for asking!! Where do you live, are you in south shields? If you are you should know by now! Still I LOVE SOUTH SHIELDS!! :)) :D
Is the shield still used today?
Yes, shields are still used today, primarily in law enforcement and military contexts. Modern shields are often made from advanced materials like Kevlar or composite plastics and are designed for protection against various threats, including projectiles and melee attacks. Additionally, shields are utilized in some sports, historical reenactments, and by certain security personnel for crowd control and personal defense.
What are blankets and copper shields?
often used by indians, blanket and copper shields were something used to protect themselves
Who were the first people to settle in South Shields?
when whas south shields first settled
What is a shield?
A shield is used for battle mostly, in medieval times knights used Shields to deflect sword strikes or arrows. It had the sign of your kingdom or family crest on it. Nowadays SWAT units and others used Riot Shields, They are used to deflect bullets and protect the people behind you.
What is South Shields's population?
As of the latest available data, South Shields has a population of around 75,000 people.
What tribe make buffalo sheilds?
The African tribes did and still do use many different materials to make their shields and they used/use animal skin, usually Buffalo skin to make their shields look good and sophisticated.
