A 2,200-year-old discovery that redefines Iron Age warfare
In 2015, an archaeological find in a Leicestershire field upended our understanding of ancient defense. This video explores the construction and use of the Enderby Shield, a rare relic made from an unexpected material.
Curator Sophia Adams examines the Enderby Shield, the first shield ever discovered in the Northern Hemisphere constructed from tree bark. Dating back 2,200 years, this artifact provides a unique window into Iron Age woodworking and defensive technology. The discovery, made in a field in Leicester, reveals how ancient people utilized organic materials to create functional equipment, fundamentally changing the historical narrative regarding the types of shields used during this era.
Source: The Iron Age Shield... that's made of bark? The Enderby Shield | Curator's Corner S8 Ep7
