The kingdom of banns

Welcome

On the website ... Empire of the banns 1475th The "imperial squad" consists of a large number of historically interested people from across Europe who have joined together in living history groups of performers, and at different events at home and abroad as possible detailed and historically accurate picture of a military unit or portray military camp in the 15th centuries trying. The main focus is in the late 15th century, in the representation of the imperial cities of banns for the Liberation of the imperial city of Neuss from the siege of Burgundy in 1475. In addition, an attempt is made in the context of different sub-projects to use with some slightly altered time frame, the cooperation of the groups tested. On this page you can find information about the activities, and, if interested in contributing to the growing number of participants

The kingdom of banns 1475

The "imperial squad" consisted of the imperial cities of various levies in the late Middle Ages the Holy Roman Empire of the German nation, reinforced by mercenaries and groups of specialists. From them a great company from different branches (Polearms makers, shooters, artillery and cavalry) was formed, and for use against the Burgundian siege of Imperial City of Neuss patterned and formed. Original and still central historical precedent here is the siege of Neuss by the Burgundian Duke Charles the Bold.

What is the kingdom-squad today?

The kingdom is a loose array of different groups (currently 20) of the living history of Europe, seeking a representation of everyday life, clothing, equipment, and military affairs of the late 15th century, the highest possible quality.
The kingdom of this squad is not an association or other group, but consists solely of all the actors who share the concept of wear, and.

Focus of the presentation is, of course, the military life, but will remain attached importance also a good part of "civilian" actors to have this to all aspects of military life in the 15th Live show century and to be able. So not only armor-bearer, but also their wives and children, artisans, merchants and entertainment staff.

Objectives

There are no political, commercial and even ideological, insgebesondere not pursue nationalist goals, the concept of "Empire" here refers to the Roman Empire of the German nation, as it existed in the late 15th century.
für alle Beteiligten. The aim is a thorough representation of military life and work over that period as well as instructive insights and fun for all involved.

Event content

  • From the participating groups and individuals according to established company received contemporary sources (eg the "war book" of Philip of Seldeneck) in late medieval tactics exclude-form, try these tactics and thereby to reconstruct as far as possible.
  • With all stakeholders to print accurate company of the 15th Century, with all areas of military and related civilian life, to experience and display.
  • To bring the said company to the late Middle Ages and historical events there with her to apply what they have learned and rehearsed and presented, for example, albeit with different time frames, the Feud of Soest, 2009, or 2007 as the siege of the monastery Maulbronn.

Events

One of the most famous events of the kingdom of banns was and is in the future-the year before, now every 2 years, repeated large assembly camp, known by the name of its temporary venue "Hinterweidenthal", or his previous Termines as "Pentecostal camp."
In addition, there have been numerous events, such as the anniversary of the monastery Maulbronn, or the siege during the Feud of Soest.

For event dates, please refer to the announcements and notices on the Website (eg, left side).

Participation

We welcome all new users that share the same goals as every other track. However, there is currently no fixed list of "imperial squad" players, but you may register for each event or advertise. From event to event (example Soest 2009), there can be slightly different conditions, so you find out the best in the relevant sub-sites. You can register through this website are available for this form and contact information.