Yes, the Swiss used shields as a form of defensive armor in battle. During the medieval period, Swiss soldiers fought in a formation known as the Swiss pike square, which involved soldiers standing in close formation with their long pikes pointing outward in all directions, forming a protective wall. Along with the pikes, Swiss soldiers also carried small shields, called " targes," which were used to defend against enemy attacks and deflect incoming missiles. The use of the Swiss pike square and shields was instrumental in the Swiss victory in several important battles, including the Battle of Morgarten in 1315 and the Battle of Sempach in 1386.
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