Die Geharnischten, Vigilance committee in Torgau, Germany.
Description
Die Geharnischten is a citizens' pike company in Torgau, Saxony, made up of armed townspeople. The group has more than 80 members organized in different divisions and appears at cultural events throughout the city.
History
The organization was founded in 1344 and represents one of the earliest citizen militias in Germany. It played an important role in local defense and was an early example of citizens organizing for community protection.
Culture
The name 'The Armored Ones' refers to the armed citizens who organized themselves to defend the city. Today you can see members at festivals wearing historical armor and showing how people lived in medieval times.
Practical
You can see members at festivals and events in Torgau where they perform in historical costumes. Check local event calendars to find out when and where the group appears publicly.
Did you know?
At events, members demonstrate historical combat techniques and recreate medieval camp scenes. These presentations give visitors a realistic sense of how citizen soldiers lived and trained back then.
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