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Based on the information I found, I think Samurai would beat the Knights. It would be a close a fight because knights have better armor but the samurai have better weapons. It seems as though the samurai had better training too. They both had similar beliefs in their cultures and ethics.

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Complex series of garments

Chain mail

Iron plate

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The basis of samurai conduct is bushido, "the way of the warrior". This unique philosophy valued honour, reckless bravery and selflessness, as well as duty to the warrior's master with the purpose of giving up one's life and embracing death. There was no place for fear in the way of the warrior and this conduct of self discipline and respectful, ethical behaviour was to become the role model behaviour for other classes throughout Japan's history.

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Mental Preparation

Physical Conditioning

Unarmed Combat

Weapons Work

Basic Katana Exercises

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The Katana

The Wakizashi

The Tanto

The Longbow

The Spear

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Mace.

Crossbow.

Sword.

Flail.

Halberd.

Spear.

Battle axe.

Caltrops.

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leather-lined iron plates

leather-lined iron plates

Metal splints

chain cover sleeve

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The Bushido Code: The Virtues of the Samurai

Rectitude or Justice

Courage

Benevolence or Mercy

Politeness

Honesty and Sincerity

Honor

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Knighthood Training of the Medieval Page

Knighthood Training - Equestrian Skills

Knighthood Training of the Medieval Squire

Knighthood Training - Castle and Siege Warfare

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The king granted fiefs (portions of land) to nobles (lords or barons) in return for loyalty, protection and service. The king could also grant fiefs to vassals (knights) in exchange for military service.

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Craig Freudenrich, Ph.D. "How Knights Work" 22 January 2008.HowStuffWorks.com<https://history.howstuffworks.com/historical-figures/knight.htm> 12 April 2018

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samurai
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Japanese_armour

Khan Academy, 2018.

The Bushido Code: The Eight Virtues of the Samurai

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Knights Code of Chivalry dating back to the Dark Ages

The Knights Code of Chivalry and the vows of Knighthood

The Knights Code of Chivalry and the legends of King Arthur and Camelot

Knights Code of Chivalry described by the Duke of Burgandy