Heraldry in Medieval Europe

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Heraldry in Medieval Europe What is your definition of a symbol? Examples: What is a status symbol?

Learning Targets I can describe the importance of heraldry during the Medieval time period. I can create my own coat of arms. I can identify status symbols in my society today and discuss their importance.

What is a Coat of Arms? Heraldry is a very old visual language that was originally used to identify warriors on the battlefield. Later employed by families and countries. Men in armor looked alike, so each knight had to chose a symbol and color to distinguish himself from all the others. In civilian life they were used to identify their possessions and official documents. He wore these identifications first on his shield, and later on the surcoat over his armor.

Expansion of Use Upper class families passed coats of arms from one generation to another. They became so complex that a group of people called “heralds” regulated and documented each one. Heralds kept track of families individual coats of arms, relayed messages, announced and directed tournaments.

Creating your own Coat of Arms You will be creating your own personal coat of arms. The front will be decorated using the packet I am providing to you, you will need symbols and your motto. The back will be divided into four parts with specific questions about yourself you will be answering. Required for front: birth order, motto

Back of the Coat of Arms 3-5 sentences for each section Left Side Right Side Describe your personality, what are you like, strengths, and weaknesses. Describe accomplishments that you are especially proud of. Describe your goals. Tell me about someone who influences you and why they are important to you.

Symbol of : Understanding, Respect, Virtue, Majesty Symbol of : Cleanliness, Wisdom, Innocence, Chastity, Joy. Symbol of : Eagerness to serve ones country; Warrior and Martyr Symbol of : Fidelity, Steadfastness, Strength, Loyalty

Symbol of : Freedom, Beauty, Joy, Health, Hope Symbol of : Mourning, Constancy Symbol of : Majesty, Justice, Sovereignty Symbol of : Worthwhile Ambition Symbol of : Earth Colors. Victorious, Patient in battle

Exit Ticket Discuss with your table partner the following question: What are symbols of social status in our society today? On a post it note, write down two examples.