corslets (half armor)

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Scope note
Light half armor worn by heavy infantry from the early 16th to the mid-17th century in Europe, at first comprised of a gorget, spaudlers, breastplate, backplate, tassets, vambraces, gauntlets, and an open helmet, but no legharness. In the 17th century, arm defenses were usually omitted.
corslets
Accepted term: 16-Dec-2024