Knights of Christ (Men-at-Arms) - Softcover

Wise, Terence

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0850456045 ISBN 13: 9780850456042

Publisher: Osprey Publishing, 1984

Synopsis

The ancient warrior code which persisted in medieval Christian Europe dictated that a man's greatest virtues were physical strength, skill at arms, bravery, daring, loyalty to the chieftain and solidarity within the tribe. The primitive Church had been diametrically opposed to such ideals, however by the early 8th century the Church had grown wealthy, and the Saracen invasions of Spain and France posed a threat to that wealth. The Roman Church began to support war in defence of the faith, and by channelling the martial spirit into the service of God, the brutal warrior of the past was transformed into a guardian of society.

About this title

From the Publisher:

Packed with specially commissioned artwork, maps and diagrams, the Men-at-Arms series is an unrivalled illustrated reference on the history, organisation, uniforms and equipment of the world's military forces, past and present.

About the Author:

Terence Wise is one of Osprey’s most popular authors and has been a respected historical writer for more than 25 years. With numerous books and articles to his credit, he has contributed more than a dozen titles to the Men-At-Arms series, mainly on medieval subjects including studies of the military orders and the Wars of the Roses.

About this edition

• Publisher: Osprey Publishing
• Publication date: 1984
• ISBN 10: 0850456045
• ISBN 13: 9780850456042
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 48
• Illustrator: Scollins Richard