21.01.2026 • 21 Min.

#medieval #history #warfare In this exciting episode, Hendrik and Carmen debunk the biggest myths about the Middle Ages! What Hollywood doesn't tell you about battles, armor and weapons, you'll find out here. From the true tactics of medieval battles to the surprising mobility of plate armor. We show you how medieval battles really unfolded - far removed from the chaotic slaughter in films like Braveheart. In reality, tactical thinking, patience and strategic maneuvering dominated the action. Shield walls held for hours, commanders waited for the perfect moment, and real casualties often only occurred during the pursuit of fleeing enemies. When it comes to armor, we dispel the myth of the immobile tin cans: a complete suit of plate armor weighed only 20-25 kilos and had perfect weight distribution. Trained knights could easily get up, run and even mount a horse - no crane required! And there are surprises with weapons too: swords weighed only 1.2-1.6 kilos and were often useless against armor. Instead, fighters relied on bludgeoning weapons, armor-piercing estocs and ranged weapons like longbows or crossbows. Enjoy, and see you next time! ? #armor #weapons #battles #medievalfair #reenactment #larp #history Battle-Merchant: https://www.battlemerchant.com/en/ Battle-Merchant Blog: https://www.battlemerchant.com/en/blog/ Blog post for this episode: https://www.battlemerchant.com/en/blog/myths-and-realities-about-battles-weapons-and-armor-in-the-middle-ages TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@battlemerchant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/battlemerchant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/battlemerchant Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.de/battlemerchant/