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Notitia Anglicana: A Concise Essay Upon The Nature, Rise And Intent Of Arms And Armory (1724)

Notitia Anglicana: A Concise Essay Upon The Nature, Rise And Intent Of Arms And Armory (1724)

Johnston, Andrew
Gardiner, C.

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Fiction AnthologiesGeneral ArtGeneral Military History

ISBN10: 1164126679
ISBN13: 9781164126676
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 278
Weight: 0.83
Height: 0.58 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Notitia Anglicana is a historical essay written by Andrew Johnston in 1724 that explores the nature, rise, and intent of arms and armory in England. The book is a concise and informative guide that delves into the history of armor and weaponry in England, tracing its evolution from the earliest times to the present day. The book is divided into several chapters that cover different aspects of the topic, including the origins of armor, the development of weapons, the role of armor and weaponry in warfare, and the symbolism and significance of heraldry. Johnston explores the various types of armor and weapons used in different periods of history, such as the Roman era, the Middle Ages, and the Renaissance. The author also examines the social and cultural significance of armor and weaponry, exploring how they were used to convey status and power. He discusses the use of heraldry as a means of identifying individuals and families, and how it evolved over time. Overall, Notitia Anglicana is a fascinating and informative book that offers a comprehensive overview of the history of arms and armory in England. It is a valuable resource for historians, students, and anyone interested in the history of warfare and weaponry.Showing The Achievements Of All The English Nobility, Their Several Quarterings Or Pretensions, Being The Arms Of The Most Eminent Families In Great Britain And Ireland. Also Their Impalements As Well As Their Paternal Coats, Crests, Supporters, And Mottos. Also Showing Their Several Titles Of Honor Together With Just And Correct Blasons Of Their Said Achievements, And Reasons For Many Of Their Particular Bearings To Which Is Added, By Way Of Introduction, A Concise Essay Upon The Nature, Rise, And Intent Of Arms And Armory. Showing Their Progressive Growth Together With Sufficient Rules And Observations, For Attaining A Perfect Knowledge In That Science.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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