Abstract

The purpose of this study was to investigate not only the change and characterisitics of armours design, item, and material but also the social change which was represented them from the ancient to the middle age. The result of the study as follows : 1. In the ancient, a painting tattoing, and scar had used to express a threating attitude or fear instead of armour. Also the natural material including leather and fur had used for armour's material and it caused by their life style. 2. The change of war method and appearance of new arms introduced the various kinds of armours, helmets, materials, etc. 3. In various parts of Europe, armour's design and material were indicated similar character. 4. Armour's color and a flag were used by a means that distinguish between region and nation.

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