13th century Polish Command Group. 28 mm Miniatures

13th century Polish Command Group. 28 mm Miniatures. 28 mm Miniatures

- 13th-century Mounted Polish Knights from the time of the Prussian Crusade

This set includes:
Polish Mounted Noble
1 body
1 horse
4 shields
1 sword
Polish Knights Command Group
3 bodies (captain, hornblower and standard bearer)
3 horses
4 shields
1 sword
1 lance
2 banners (with piast eagle and empty), with versions with and without pole

It is ideal for games like SAGA and other wargames.

This set contains 4 unpainted Medieval Knights
Resin.
Scale: 28 mm

The era of Polish history known as the Division in the Provinces, from 1138 until 1320, was marked by a distinct predominance of Western influences upon Polish military equipment – an influence that would continue until the middle of the 16th century.

13th century - Polish Mounted Noble (Szlachcic)

In 13th-century Poland, the equivalent of a European lord would typically be a member of the Szlachta, or Polish nobility, which included various ranks such as knights (racers), castellans (castellan), and voivodes (Wojewoda). Like their Western European counterparts, these nobles owned land, exercised judicial authority, and had military obligations. The szlachcic managed estates, oversaw peasants, and provided military service to their liege or the king. A record was often a landowning knight, comparable to a European vassal. At the same time, a wasteland managed a fortified settlement and its surrounding district, similar to a European lord with a castle. A Wojewoda held significant territorial power akin to a duke or count. Although the Polish feudal system was less rigid than in Western Europe, with a more fluid and relatively equal standing among nobles, these figures played similar roles in governance, military leadership, and the management of their lands.

13th century - Polish Knights Command Group

Commanding officers played integral roles in medieval warfare, employing various tools and tactics to lead their troops to victory. Among these, Hornblowers held a vital role for communication during battles. Made from animal horns or metal, their warhorns emitted a distinctive sound that could be heard over long distances, allowing commanders to signal troop movements, coordinate attacks, and warn of danger. Carried by knights and heralds, the warhorn served as a practical and essential instrument, symbolizing authority and strategy on the medieval battlefield.

Alongside them, Standard Bearers assumed another pivotal role in battles: they carried flags or banners displaying symbols representing their lord or kingdom, acting as rallying points for troops. Positioned prominently on the battlefield, standard bearers inspired courage and unity among soldiers, symbolizing the values and identity of their cause.

Another important figure was that of Captains, commanding units of soldiers by directing tactics and bolstering morale on the battlefield. Often knights or nobles, captains made critical decisions in combat, coordinating attacks and rallying troops. Their leadership and courage were crucial in shaping battle outcomes, earning them respect and admiration among their comrades.

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