Knights are one of the most famous medieval assets of all time. The role the Knights played in the medieval period was very important. Knights protected their castle and people, whilst also going to war against other Knights or enemies of the King. Knights played an enormous role in the medieval period helping win the first crusade but then they lost all the rest. One of the Knight’s key aspect was his ability to fight while mounted on a horse which was a huge advantage while in battle because of the height and speed difference gained from the horse. If you were a child wanting to become a Knight it was very difficult because only the sons of nobles could become Knights. If you were selected to become a Knight you would start training at around
