We hope you enjoyed this overview of knights in the medieval era! We will make more videos on the specific knights featured in the video such as the Templars comment below if you want to see that.
Full playe armor didn't make you less mobile, you can see people in actual full plate armor doing handstands, running, and jumping. This armor weighs about the same as today's soldiers equipment.
Ok, no, plate armor wasn't heavy. It weighed about the same as football armor and didn't restrict movement, with videos of people vaulting and climbing obstacles clad head to toe in plate armor. I need to point that out as it's a common misconception the plate armor was heavy.
AmazinglyIdiotic yes, a full suit was pretty heavy but it's cleverly designed to distribute weight all throughout the body especially the hips, which made it a lot easier to move in along with several joints and bits of articulation it also allows the user to be flexible
Misconception may be reinforced by the fact that knights often used much heavier armor in tournaments where you were far less likely to get stabbed through visor if/when you fell to the ground and were expected to take hits.
Common misconception but full plate armor is actually very maneuverable. There are some videos you can watch with people sprinting and even doing cartwheels in full plate.
Interestingly enough, someone decided to hold a race through an obstacle course between a firefighter, a modern soldier, and a knight in full plate armor. All three were wearing their full gear including helmets. Surprisingly enough, the knight made it through with the fastest time, followed by the firefighter (who had the heaviest equipment load) with the soldier taking third place. It was speculated that though the knight was wearing plate armor, it was tailor made for him and didn't hinder his movement very much
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I remember reading about knights and seeing the images when I was 7-8 years old lol. At that time I didnt realize it but it was only the beginning for my of history. I only realized know that some of my actions directly led me to appreciate history as it is right now. This video brought back memories from that period. Thank you simple history for doing this.
Hey Simple History, just want to say that Iove your videos! I have a degree in history, and I love learning. Your videos are quick and easy ways to satisfy my thirst for knowledge. Thanks for all you do and for making history enjoyable, fun, and interesting! :)
The armored mounted warrior is a military unit a man at arms. A knight was a status or class title like baron or any others I can't think of off the top of my head. Because armor and other necessities were expensive most men at arms were knights but not all knights were men at arms.
Kartoffelschloss Knights were simply people given titles by a king. Some were landed knights who had a keep and some peasants who worked for him. Others were promoted to barony, earldom or full lordship. Each level had knights below it who served as household soldiers and officers. Royalty were given noble titles in order to gain knights. So basically once someone becomes a knight they could be any level of nobility
A great Strange Stories episode could be made from the Cargo Cults formed from indigenous peoples in the South Pacific Islands not understanding what the modern tech passing by from WW2 was.
The next person who tells me chivalry is dead is getting a slap to the face, and no your not becoming a knight. Thanks Simple History for bringing the past more enjoyable and memorable!
Plate was heavy and limited movement, but not to the extreme degree many might think. Knights were fully capable of mounting their horses, doing frontflips, getting up on their own, etc.
Can you do Simo Hyaha aka the white death I think that would be good for a strange story video and awesome job with the videos and keep up the good work
We hope you enjoyed this overview of knights in the medieval era! We will make more videos on the specific knights featured in the video such as the Templars comment below if you want to see that.
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Can you make something about the Medieval Nords? I have never heard of them in any history class ever.
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Myth that plate armour is heavy and restricts movement. Mail is heavier.
Full playe armor didn't make you less mobile, you can see people in actual full plate armor doing handstands, running, and jumping. This armor weighs about the same as today's soldiers equipment.
Ok, no, plate armor wasn't heavy. It weighed about the same as football armor and didn't restrict movement, with videos of people vaulting and climbing obstacles clad head to toe in plate armor. I need to point that out as it's a common misconception the plate armor was heavy.
AmazinglyIdiotic Watch the video 'Can you move in plate armour' if you want to see just how flexible a harness can be.
AmazinglyIdiotic yes, a full suit was pretty heavy but it's cleverly designed to distribute weight all throughout the body especially the hips, which made it a lot easier to move in along with several joints and bits of articulation it also allows the user to be flexible
AmazinglyIdiotic the armor is surprisingly flexible too
Misconception may be reinforced by the fact that knights often used much heavier armor in tournaments where you were far less likely to get stabbed through visor if/when you fell to the ground and were expected to take hits.
The armor was heavy, it was although very cleverly distributed so it didn’t feel as heavy as it actually was.
Common misconception but full plate armor is actually very maneuverable. There are some videos you can watch with people sprinting and even doing cartwheels in full plate.
Interestingly enough, someone decided to hold a race through an obstacle course between a firefighter, a modern soldier, and a knight in full plate armor. All three were wearing their full gear including helmets. Surprisingly enough, the knight made it through with the fastest time, followed by the firefighter (who had the heaviest equipment load) with the soldier taking third place. It was speculated that though the knight was wearing plate armor, it was tailor made for him and didn't hinder his movement very much
The crossbow was around long before the invention of gunpowder
Please do the FG-42 for the next weapons video!
If bombs count then the bouncing bomb should definitely be on the to do list. The design and it's Misson, two great videos
Vern yes I have been playing alot of day of infamy and it is my favorite weapon in the game.
yes it a cool gun indeed
MG42?
yes it's a gun.
A knight video by simple history? And it isn't negative!? I'm so happy, good vid 😀
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Wow armoured sceptic must be thousands of years old
2:35 - Limited mobility, you say? I think Shad would like to have a word with you.
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I love how short and concise your videos are. Very informative and doesn't need so much time to explain something. Keep doing what you do!
Awww the good old days, were you were considered lucky if you lived to 30...
That blue knight in the joust must have been like "Sweet lord, I just cant beat this guy!"
I remember reading about knights and seeing the images when I was 7-8 years old lol. At that time I didnt realize it but it was only the beginning for my of history. I only realized know that some of my actions directly led me to appreciate history as it is right now. This video brought back memories from that period. Thank you simple history for doing this.
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Excelent video. I used your videos for my history classes. Teachers and students love it.
Hey Simple History, just want to say that Iove your videos! I have a degree in history, and I love learning. Your videos are quick and easy ways to satisfy my thirst for knowledge. Thanks for all you do and for making history enjoyable, fun, and interesting! :)
The armored mounted warrior is a military unit a man at arms. A knight was a status or class title like baron or any others I can't think of off the top of my head. Because armor and other necessities were expensive most men at arms were knights but not all knights were men at arms.
Kartoffelschloss Knights were simply people given titles by a king. Some were landed knights who had a keep and some peasants who worked for him. Others were promoted to barony, earldom or full lordship. Each level had knights below it who served as household soldiers and officers. Royalty were given noble titles in order to gain knights.
So basically once someone becomes a knight they could be any level of nobility
This was so awesome.
Love these medieval videos!
Wow, I didn’t know you did a collab with ArmoredSkeptic!
Carl Sagan That's what I thought lol.
Same thought
No, just... don't.
I am learning about knights in history class and i did not quite understand it but this video helped a lot, love your content, keep it on!
Keep up the great work! Would like to see more Medieval content like the 100 Year War and the Crusades, or maybe even the Napoleonic Wars?
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I loved this video, and i would definitely like to see more videos like this one
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I would love to see more videos describing the different groups of Knights. Pope Urban II would be very proud of this video!
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Your vids are wicked awesome, keep up the good work!
All your videos are high quality I love it
Thank you so much for doing mediaeval history I love mediaeval times and this channel
Loved this episode, please more medival people!
I love your videos as an educational source
I love this channel it helps me learn new things
Love the animation style. Amazing that somehow it doesn't take away from the seriousness of the topic.
I love this channel so much
It's amazes me how these videos are so well done :)
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What did the Pirate Knight say when he got surprised?
"chivalry timbers!"
i'm gonna die now.
This is a different type of history, but I like it!😂
Wym? All history is history
Love your videos simple history
Very Nice Video. You've done it again!
Your channel deserves a million subs
A great Strange Stories episode could be made from the Cargo Cults formed from indigenous peoples in the South Pacific Islands not understanding what the modern tech passing by from WW2 was.
Nice video, i love the animations!
Great Job Keep up the good work!
I luv these vids too much
Love the videos keep it up
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let's not start religious debate here folks
Thomas Dinh best idea man
Maratsu Uchiha no debate needed,Just a crusade to sort the issue.
Ahmet ÇAKIR THEN THE WINGED HUSSARS ARRIVED!
The next person who tells me chivalry is dead is getting a slap to the face, and no your not becoming a knight. Thanks Simple History for bringing the past more enjoyable and memorable!
Luv your videos!
great video your art is improving a lot
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Love it like always
where they carry the Estus flask?
Dark Souls Reference xD
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*Sabaton plays in the background as an army of knights charge into battle* beauty at it's finest
Thanks to you ive been getting A grades in my History classes i cant thank you enough because i need history for high school 😀
Ecxelent vídeo, I simply love it.
I think you should do boot camp for world war one or two or even vietnam thanks for showing me history :)
Love ur vids
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I love your videos can you some more strange stories?
Can you PLEASE do a video about the Spanish civil war ? That would be great !
My mood quickly changed when I heard the word "templar"
You guys are awesome
Can you do the crusades, each one in a different video in a series, that would be awesome! Have a good day!!!
Is it possible to make a video about the siege of Malta or the knights hospitallier? Amazing videos I keep up with them whenever you upload :D
Love your animation style.
Cheers #fanfromindia
Is it just me or is it this video uploaded later in the day than normal? But still nice video!
Thank you, can you make a video about the fighting techniques of knights? Thank you
I love your videos there very interesting in the future can you do the Ross Rifle
I like this Medival type video. You guys should do Samurai and shinobi (ninja)
Next time the janissaries of the ottoman empire?
0:43 Armoured Skeptic confirmed.
Great vid!
Desert storm. Would be nice.
Plate was heavy and limited movement, but not to the extreme degree many might think. Knights were fully capable of mounting their horses, doing frontflips, getting up on their own, etc.
Im ok with all of this but can we stop at "Full-plate armor is heavy and reduces mobility"?
It dosent :v
This video shows a better explanation❤❤❤
This was awesome thx
Can you do Simo Hyaha aka the white death I think that would be good for a strange story video and awesome job with the videos and keep up the good work
finally something related to Knights!
Ur the best youtuber ever
YO THIS IS ON MY TEST TOMORROW YALL CAME IN CLUTCH
Can you please talk about the panzer 8 Maus? I would really want to see it in your animations
Please do a Castle, for your next Castle video ;) yes, a good idea
This will help me on my Middle Ages text tomorrow! Thank you!
Its always been my dream to become a knight
Do the Crusades!
I can't wait for the crusade to start again.
Good
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I liked it so much
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