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Defend-X Polymer: Body Armor’s New Core

Written by Mike Boyle. Author Archive »

This isn’t your daddy’s body armor! New technology is revolutionizing the business of saving lives.

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Throughout history, warriors have used various materials to protect themselves from injury in combat. In ancient times, protective clothing and shields were crafted from the skins of animals. Later on, wood and metal were used to make shields.

defensetech.gifDuring the middle ages, more sophisticated types of armor were introduced. Chain mail eventually gave way to armor plate. Plate armor however, was rendered obsolete with the introduction of firearms.

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