But why did people wear medieval armor, how effective was it, and how uncomfortable is it to wear? Throughout history, from the earliest days of organized violence to the militaries of today ...

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The material resembles medieval chainmail at the molecular level and could be used in body armor. Chemists have invented a new material that could be the future of body armor — chainmail.