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What were knights for?

Most people think that knights were just men who rode on horses all day, but that is incorrect. The medievil knights can be compared to todays modern tank. They were covered in multiple layers of armor and could plow through anyone standing in their way. Knights were the wealithest of soldiers. It was expensive to be a knight, all their armor shields and weapons cost a lot of money. The knights horse could be compared in price to buying a small plane today.


Why were tanks not useful during World War 1?

tanks were sort of useful during ww1: they were slow (top speed was approx 3 mph) weak armor that could be penetrated by small arms fire, and they realized poison gas to the crew, but they were also a tremendous phychological advantage, imagine a giant block of metal rolling towards you shooting, it was terrifying to soldiers who had never seen them before


How many soldiers Pizarro had?

Francisco Pizarro initially had around 180 soldiers when he embarked on his conquest of the Inca Empire in the early 1530s. This force was relatively small compared to the vast Inca army, but Pizarro's men were equipped with superior weaponry and armor, alongside horses, which gave them a significant tactical advantage. Over time, he was able to recruit additional allies, including native groups opposed to the Incas.


Small quick planes that have guns and maybe small bombs to use against the enemy are called what?

A small plane that has guns and small bombs in them to use against the enemy is called fighter planes.


How big were tanks in world war 2?

During World War II, tanks varied significantly in size and design, but most medium tanks, like the M4 Sherman, were around 20-30 tons, while heavier tanks, such as the German Tiger I, weighed about 54 tons. Light tanks could be as small as 10 tons, while super-heavy tanks, like the German Maus, reached weights of up to 188 tons. Overall, tank dimensions were influenced by their intended roles, armor protection, and armament.

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Do dogs have big bell-ends?

No, very small cuz they don't have to impress the brainless ladys


How do you say string in french?

string (small piece of cord) = une ficelle (fem.) string (undergarment) = un string


Where are you originally from?

I am originally from a small town in the Midwest.


What information do you have on armor in 1066?

spears chainmail and small swords


Is it possible to make or get dragon armor for free in Runescape?

No, but you can get it for free if you get it at a drop party. It is a very small possibility that you would get the armor though.


How do you spell armadilla?

The name for the small mammal with bony armor plates is the armadillo.


Where abouts can you get shoulder armor on wow?

Anywhere really. Armor drops from monsters, players can sometimes make shoulder armor, or you can often buy (horrible) armor in even small towns. The auction house has some but you'll want to stay away from that till you get a real feeling for the game.


What are 10 types of medieval armor?

Padded armor - basically heavy cloth (wool or burlap) or light leather stuffed with wool or straw.Leather Armor - heavy leather in layers.Bezainted armor - leather armor with rings or plates sewn to itStudded leather - leather armor with riveted studs attachedLamellar armor - leather armor with overlapping metal strips riveted to it OR metal strips attached with rings to each otherScale mail - small overlapping metal plates (looks like snake scales)Ring mail - small interlocking iron ringsreinforced chain or heavy mail - small interlocking iron rings in a double or triple interlocking weave.Plate mail - reinforced mail with plates attached at strategic placesbreast plate - solid plate protecting the chest held on either by an interlocking back plate or leather straps.Half plate armor - reinforced mail with a breastplate, greaves, vambraces, pauldrons and gauntletsFull plate armor - every vulnerable part of body is covered with steel plateHelm - head protectionShield


What does slips mean?

invoice or bill


Why were Aztec battles often short?

Poor armor, dangerous weapons, and small armies to begin with


Does the terracotta warriors have same armor suit?

No, there are at least five different types of armor. Most is lamellar armor made from small plates held together by rivets and laces, that comes with shoulder guards for foot soldiers and without them for what seems to be riders or charriot drivers. There are at least two versions of the armor for officers and also archers that wear only clothing without armor.


Where does the phrase chink in the armor come from?

A chink in one's armor refers to a weakness, like a crack or gap in a suit of armor, that would make it simpler for an enemy to harm an opponent. Example of usage: Putting things off to the last minute is a chink in your armor that may get you in trouble some day. It is the same as saying that putting things off to the last minute is a weakness.