800-Year-Old Medieval Chain Mail Vest From Norman Period Discovered in Longford, Ireland

800-Year-Old Medieval Chain Mail Vest From Norman Period Discovered in Longford, Ireland
Courtesy of Granard Knights & Conquests
Michael Wing
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A link to Ireland’s medieval past was located in a shed after a chance encounter during Granard’s Heritage Week this summer.

That find consisted of an authentic, stunningly well-preserved 800-year-old chain mail vest—called a hauberk—discovered fully intact.

Michael Wing
Michael Wing
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Michael Wing is a writer and editor based in Calgary, Canada, where he was born and educated in the arts. He writes mainly on culture, human interest, and trending news.
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