“To live one’s life so that it is worthy of respect and honor by Fair Play, Nobility, Valor, Honor, Courtesy, and Loyalty.” These are words written on a copy of the Code of Chivalry, which an elect few were to live by. They were to be virtuous characters that loyally served their lord. They wore a multitude of hats, from defending their king to joining competitions. The Code of Chivalry, as quoted in the beginning, was required for them to abide by in every aspect of their lives. They, of course, boasted impeccable armor. These were the knights of the Middle Ages.
Knights, who first stepped onto the scene because nobles with land desired property protection, performed countless duties. Their first duty was to defend the life and land of their
Knights, who first stepped onto the scene because nobles with land desired property protection, performed countless duties. Their first duty was to defend the life and land of their