Did Ancient Greek Armor Actually Work? Testing Linen Protection

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In this exciting episode get ready to dive deep into the fascinating history of Linothorax armor – the iconic ancient Greek body armor worn by warriors like Alexander the Great and the hoplites of classical antiquity! Join me as I reconstruct this legendary linen-based armor using authentic historical records, ancient texts, and archaeological insights. We’ll explore if Linothorax was crafted from layers of glued linen, woven together or by other means. We will discuss its role in ancient warfare, and why it was a game-changer for mobility and protection in battles across the Mediterranean.

But that’s not all – watch as I put my handmade Linothorax to the ultimate test! Using my expertise in ancient slings, I’ll demonstrate a sling projectile impact, followed by strikes from a bronze sword (replicating Bronze Age weaponry) and more modern steel sword for comparison. See firsthand how this ancient armor holds up against ballistic force, slashing attacks, and piercing blows. Is Linothorax as tough as the myths suggest? You’ll be amazed by the results!
If you’re into ancient history, historical reconstructions, ancient weapons testing, Greek mythology, or experimental archaeology, this video is for you. Learn about the evolution of body armor from the Mycenaean era to the Hellenistic period, the materials like flax linen and natural glues used in its construction, and how it compares against the strikes!

Chapters
0:00 The New Guy
1:29 Video Parameters and Goals
2:23 Linothorax in History
6:03 Enter @LeonidasSparta-Fun-History
13:05 Building the Linothorax
15:09 Sling vs Linothorax
17:21 Bronze Sword vs Linothorax
20:22 MaximusGainicus Enters and Brings the Steel
23:49 Thanks for Watching and Channel Updates

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Dash Rendar collaborates with a fellow enthusiast to examine the construction and effectiveness of Greek Linothorax and bronze armor. They explore