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burgonet


Meanings
  • noun

    A type of medieval helmet with a visor, a high crown, and a narrow neck opening.


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burgonet , burgonets
Etymology
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Originally a French word, 'burgonet' comes from 'burgon', meaning 'townsman' or 'citizen'. The helmet was commonly used by infantry soldiers in the late Middle Ages.


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  1. The burgonet was often worn with a gorget, a piece of armor that protected the throat and neck.

  2. Some burgonets had a movable visor that could be lowered to protect the face during battle.

  3. The burgonet was also known as a 'caparisoned helmet' because it resembled a knight's helmet covered in caparisons or banners.


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  1. Armet: Another type of medieval helmet with a visor and a rounded skull. The armet was often used by knights and was more expensive and ornate than the burgonet.

  2. Greathelm: A large, heavy helmet with a visor and a high, conical crown. The greathelm was typically worn by knights in full armor during battle.


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The burgonet was a popular helmet in Europe during the late Middle Ages and the Renaissance period. It was often decorated with various ornaments, such as crests, badges, and enamel work. Burgonets were also used in heraldry to represent different families and lineages.

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