The targe (from Old Franconian targa 'shield', Proto-Germanic *targo 'border') is a type of shield that was used by Scottish Highlanders in the early modern period. From the late 16th century, until the Battle of Culloden in 1746, the Scottish Highlander's main means of defence in …

The targe shield was a versatile and indispensable defensive tool for Highland warriors, providing them with not only protection but also a tactical advantage in combat. The Symbolic Importance of the Targe Shield

I am dedicated to keeping alive the ancient art and tradition of Highland Targe (Shield) making. The Scottish Highlander's main means of defence in battle was his targe. 07867 913517

In the 15th Century, The Scottish shield was written in history in 1456 by an act of the Scottish parliament. It demanded that any men unable to shoot a bow were to equip themselves with an axe and a Targe to serve their Country in duties of Arms. The designs varied throughout the century but the basic construction remained the same.

The Targe Shield was one of the most popular medieval shields particularly during the late medieval times. Its shape was predominantly circular and it could be decorated with a coat of arms or various other kinds of painting and patterns. Sometimes, the back of the shield could also be covered with deerskin. The targe shield was usually round ...

2024年1月16日 · A targe, or small shield, is often featured in Scottish warriors’ hands as they are charging into battle. Weapons, along with defensive items, were an essential part of daily attire for most Highlanders.

2020年3月9日 · A targe, or a highland targe is a round Scottish shield of around 19 inches in diameter. They are made of 2 thin sheets of oak or other wood. The front of the highland targe is then covered in leather with straw and wool added to the back to serve as padding.

Targe (from Old Franconian *targa "shield", Proto-Germanic *targo "border") was a general word for shield in late Old English. Its diminutive, target, came to mean an object to be aimed at in the 18th century.

2015年9月4日 · The Targe shield, also known as the Target shield, is medium-to-large in size and round, much like a larger version of the Buckler shield. It was common for the Targe shield to have studded nails punched into the front of it in a decorative pattern.

2025年1月28日 · This wooden shield, crafted in the 1450’s in the German region of Saxony, depicts St. George slaying a dragon. According to legend, St. George served as an officer in the guard of Roman Emperor Diocletian before he was sentenced to death for refusing to renounce his Christian faith.