Quote by: Thomas Bulfinch

Shields were generally made of wood, covered with leather, or some similar substance. To secure them, in some sort, from being cut through by the sword, they were surrounded with a hoop of metal.


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  • NameThomas Bulfinch
  • DescriptionAmerican writer
  • BornJuly 15, 1796
  • DiedMay 27, 1867
  • CountryUnited States Of America
  • ProfessionBanker; Author