Domitian become Roman Emperor today. Last of The Flavian Dynasty, Domitian – while restructuring Roman Coinage within The Empire, was considered a Tyrant by his Subjects. He sought to control Roman Morality and even Public thought. A persecutor of early Christians, his “memory” (upon his death) – was officially declared “void” by The Roman Senate.
Tassets were plate armor pieces (made of steel), designed to protect the wearer's upper leg/thigh. They would hang from the breastplate (attached by swivels or hinges). Tassets could be plain or decorated. They were not designed to be form fitting.