Hohenzeuggestech

Hohenzeuggestech
A form of joust popular in Germany during the Late 14th century. Using a special saddle that raised the knight ten inches or more above the horses back, the idea was to splinter lances. The sport proved dangerous, with many broken thighs and backs a result.

Medieval glossary. 2014.

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