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From the Court of Arthur and the Round Table to Ivanhoe, from fire-breathing Dragons to Damsels in distress, No, not really, The life and times of a Knight during the Middle Ages. It's not so romantic as you have been lead to believe.

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The brotherhood of the solitary knights?

It is a small group not much info given but had something to do with a special group that was put together with one of the armed forces, the is not much info available on this group ,i've heard of them but can not find anything on the web

Meaning of white knight?

When referring to a person it's generally a term directed towards a male whom feels the constant need to rush to a female's aid. Said person also generally has a reason for doing so, or at least it's perceived that their reason for doing so is to gain a deeper level of trust from the aforementioned female for obvious reasons.

What are the Teutons?

The Teutons were a European-germanic race, led by Emperor Barbarrossa, who I think took over/adopted the 'Holy Roman Empire', which in the eleventh and twelfth century was expanded all over a very large amount of Europe including what today is France, Germany, austria, etc.

The Teutons were more well known for their participance in the crusades (a religious war spanning from the 1100s to the 1400s), a war to protect the Holy city of Jerusalem from invasions from the moors/sarecens (led by the famous Saladiin).

During the crusades, the Teutons were often known as 'The Hospitalers', as I believe they set up many camps in the desert, offering their own and other army's troops water and supplies.

Teutonic knights were heavily-armoured, skilled troops, who were spurred on by religious 'propaganda' from the pope, who had originally called for the crusades to come about.

As for Emperor Barbarrossa, he died after he and his troops had had to go on a desert crossing along dangerous roads to get to a Hospitaller camp. When he did finally get there, he and his troops were so glad to see a lake in the camp, that Barbarrossa mis-judged the depth of the lake and jumped in without bothering to take his heavy armour off, and sadly and ironically drowned.

Sorry I've made this answer into a bit of an essay, but I'm sort of used to writing essays because my history teacher makes us write so many of them!

How did you become a knight in medieval times?

Today, there are different ways one can become a knight.

People can become knights because a sovereign who is able to knight someone wishes to reward them for some meritorious public service. Sir Alec Guiness and Sir Elton John are examples of people who received the knighthood in this way. Some European kings and the Pope grant knighthoods.

A person can be elevated to knighthood by an independent order of chivalry, such as the Order of the Knights of Malta, and this is also normally done for public service. The Knights of Malta is one of four continuation of the Knights Hospitaller that are closely related to each other

There are a number of orders of knighthood, such as the Knights of Columbus, which have no background in chivalry, but are nonetheless worthwhile organizations. These are usually fraternal organizations. People in these organizations can be called knights, but it is not quite the same thing as being granted a title by monarch or historical order of chivalry.

There are a number of self-styled orders of knights, some of which have been based on fraudulent claims of one sort or another. To join such an organization, you pay money. The legitimacy of the title you get is no greater than if you simply give yourself a title.

There is a link below to an article on Self-styled Orders, and another to the the Fount of Honor, which relates to the foundations of legitimate orders of chivalry.

What is a medieval knight?

A medieval knight was a mounted warrior who served a lord in the Middle Ages. They were skilled in combat, sworn to chivalry, and typically wore armor and carried weapons such as swords and lances. Knights played a crucial role in medieval society, often participating in tournaments, battles, and protecting their lord's lands.

What equipment is needed to become a knight?

To become a knight, one would need armor such as a helmet, breastplate, gauntlets, and greaves for protection in battle. Additionally, a knight would need a sword, shield, and possibly a lance for combat. Training in horsemanship and combat skills would also be essential.

Is Shield and armor the same?

No, medieval armour was designed to be worn like modern body armour. The weight of this armour was taken up by the shoulders and the waist, but in general armour did not impede movement (even in full plate armour a man can turn summersaults).

A shield is a separate defensive protection, generally of wood reinforced with metal, which is carried on the left arm. It can also have a strap designed to pass over one shoulder. Medieval shields were initially round or kite-shaped, becoming smaller and more triangular as armour became more effective. By the late medieval period shields were often not carried at all, leaving both hands free.

Shields were generally constructed of planks of wood butted together and were intended to stop arrows and crossbow bolts, which would penetrate most types of metal armour.

The links below take you to images of 12th century armour and shields:

A knights weapon?

Medieval European Knights used a LOT of weapons. They most often used broadswords, halberds, crossbows, morning stars, and warhammers, though they also used longbows, lances, maces, and various axes. Every knight had a sword, including, longswords, broadswords, greatswords, and the occasional claymore.

What weapons were used by knights in the Crusades?

Broad swords/Long swords/Short swords and daggers, bow and arrows, crossbows later around the end of the crusades. Maces, flails, morningstars, pick axes, axes, hammers of all shapes and sizes, lances, knifes, and probably staffs/sticks/clubs (morning stars).

dont forget about the greatsword

What colours did the knights in Medieval times wear?

Knights in Medieval times often wore a combination of colors on their clothing and armor, with each color representing different aspects such as nobility, bravery, or loyalty. Common colors included red, blue, green, and black. These colors were not just for decorative purposes but also served to identify the knight's allegiance and social status.

What does a knight ride?

A horse, but given the weight of armour worn by mounted men at arms it was likely to need to be a robust, powerful horse.

What are knights weapons?

Knights used a variety of weapons including swords, lances, maces, axes, and crossbows. They were skilled in the use of these weapons in battle and in tournaments. Armor was also an essential part of a knight's equipment, providing protection in combat.

What is the garment worn by the squire during a knighting ceremony?

The garment worn by a squire during a knighting ceremony is typically a tunic. This tunic is often white and can be embroidered with the coat of arms or emblem of the knight-to-be.

Who can join the Knights of Columbus?

Membership in the Knights of Columbus is open to practicing Catholic men 18 years or older who are in good standing with the Church. Prospective members must possess the right motives and be willing to adhere to the principles of the organization.

Are knights real?

Yes, they existed. When they first began they were mainly men who robbed and killed people, but the church stepped in and made them swear to protect people and fight for the church. A noble boy began training for knighthood about 7 years old and by the time he was 12-13 years old he was a page for a knight, and at 21 he became a knight. Museums today have sets of armor that belonged to knights. Henry VIII's childhood armor can be seen in the Armor room in the Tower of London today.

Games knights played?

While in the uniform knights enjoyed archery during free time. Though while they were with their family it was normal games such as chess, tables, alquerques, fox and geese, shovelboard, and knucklebones.

How much does a knights suit of armor weigh?

It had many layers of metal, leather and padded cloth. So it mast have weighed a lot!

* Movie-Montage.com - Low Rider - A Knight's Tale - Knight Sur…

Most suits of armor weigh 150 to 225 pounds. ... Even with only half the armor, we're still talking 75 pounds of rather cumbersome weight. ...

** http://www.movie-montage.com/image/74.php 150 to 225 pounds, Not a chance!

The standard armour worn on a field of battle was around 55-65 pounds.

Heavy yes but not so heavy that the knight could not fight. Jousting suits were heavier (perhaps 100ish pounds) but were never meant to be used in battle.

What Evidence is there that proves knights followed the code of chivalry?

Historical accounts, literature, and medieval documents such as chivalric codes and manuscripts provide evidence that knights followed the code of chivalry. These sources detail expectations of knights to uphold virtues like courage, loyalty, and honor, and to defend the weak and oppressed. Additionally, knights' behavior and actions in battle and everyday life reflect adherence to these principles.

A group of knights are called?

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Games played in middle ages?

Knights of the middle ages often participated in tournaments of archery and lancing. They also often engaged in hunting, falconry, forms of bowling, golf, and billiards, and occasionally tennis. Fishing was also a popular pastime for some.

War games played by knights on horseback in hand to hand combat?

Jousting is a traditional war game where knights on horseback charge at each other with lances, aiming to knock their opponent off their horse. It was a popular form of medieval entertainment and a way for knights to showcase their skills and bravery in combat. Jousting tournaments often attracted large crowds and were a key part of chivalric culture.

Do British knights receive earnings?

No, British knights do not receive earnings for their title. Knighthood is an honorary title bestowed by the monarch, and it does not come with any financial benefits. Knights may, however, receive allowances or stipends in some cases for official duties or ceremonies.

What was the role of the peasants in medieval times?

The most numerous, and living the hardest live of all the Medieval peasants, were the villeins. The land they were living on belonged to the feudal lord, they had to pay taxes both to their master and to the Church, and they could not move freely from one domain to another.

Where did the knights sleep in the middle ages?

Knights in the Middle Ages usually slept in the great hall of a castle or manor house on a wooden or straw mattress. They would have shared the space with other members of the household, servants, and sometimes guests. Some knights may have had private chambers if they were of high rank or owned their own castle.

What is a knights job?

A knights job is to protects it's people

ANSWER:

A knight's job was to protect the interests of the Lord or Ruler he worked for, by any means necessary. Many knights used their power over the serfs and vassals to their own benefit, and many were very cruel and power-hungry. Things eventually got so bad that the Pope created a "Crusade" for them to go on to keep them busy and give them something to do other than tormenting the common people.