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History of the Use of Armor

Armor developed according to the need for it, and the resources available to make it. For example, plate armor first appeared in Medieval Europe, when water-powered trip hammers made the formation of plates faster and cheaper. The development of armor parallels the development of weapons. A stronger attack requires a better defense.