Title: Reconstructing ancient linen body armor : unraveling the linothorax mystery /
Authors: Aldrete, Gregory S.; Bartell, Scott.; Aldrete, Alicia.
Publisher: Johns Hopkins University Press,
Year: 2013
Subjects: Armor, Ancient Greece Design and construction.; Breastplates Design and construction.; Linen History.
Abstract: Alexander the Great led one of the most successful armies in history and conquered nearly the entirety of the known world while wearing armor made of cloth. How is that possible? This title provides the answer. It presents a thorough investigation of the linothorax, linen armor worn by Greeks, Macedonians, and other ancient Mediterranean warriors.
Contents: Ancient evidence for linen armor -- Structural variants and decorations on type IV armor -- What material was used to make type IV armor? -- Reconstructing the linothorax -- Arrow test methodology and materials -- Arrow test results -- Wearability issues -- Economic and social considerations.