03-06-2010, 03:03 AM
Fortunately, Benjamin, Blyth's thesis is now available to the public online, so you can read it yourself and form your own opinion. I think you can download it at the ETHOS website. I'm part way through it, and he's starting to convince me.
Regarding the effectiveness of armour, several extant Corinthian helmets in excellent condition average less than 1 mm thick in front, and weigh well under 1 kg. It seems that ancient warriors were willing to wear armour which would be considered dangerously thin today. After all, it was better than nothing, and would frighten their enemies and encourage their friends.
Regarding the effectiveness of armour, several extant Corinthian helmets in excellent condition average less than 1 mm thick in front, and weigh well under 1 kg. It seems that ancient warriors were willing to wear armour which would be considered dangerously thin today. After all, it was better than nothing, and would frighten their enemies and encourage their friends.
Nullis in verba
I have not checked this forum frequently since 2013, but I hope that these old posts have some value. I now have a blog on books, swords, and the curious things humans do with them.
I have not checked this forum frequently since 2013, but I hope that these old posts have some value. I now have a blog on books, swords, and the curious things humans do with them.
