04-01-2011, 12:19 AM
Quote:Although no greaves have been found from the fourth century, Vegetius advocates them. (Epit. I.20) Generally re-enactors base theirs on a 3rd century example from Kunzing in Germany.I know John. My question to Alan was about his reference to the early use of splint greaves. :wink:
Robert Vermaat
MODERATOR
FECTIO Late Romans
THE CAUSE OF WAR MUST BE JUST
(Maurikios-Strategikon, book VIII.2: Maxim 12)
MODERATOR
FECTIO Late Romans
THE CAUSE OF WAR MUST BE JUST
(Maurikios-Strategikon, book VIII.2: Maxim 12)