#78: Did Medieval Women Really Wear Chastity Belts? - History Unplugged Podcast | American History, World History, World War 2, U.S. Presidents, Civil War
Summary: According to legends of the Middle Ages, knights used the chastity belt on their wives as an anti-temptation device before embarking on the Crusades. When the knight left for the Holy Lands, his Lady would wear a chastity belt to preserve her faithfulness to him. The metal teeth that surrounded her "credentials" would also tear to shreds the member of any would-be seducer.<br> <br> However, there is no reliable evidence that chastity belts existed before the 15th century. Any reference to them is likely symbolic or a satirical drawing. No actual medieval chastity belt survives, and those that appear in museums are forgeries.<br> <br> Were they ever in use at all? If not, how did the legend appear?<br> <br> <br> TO HELP OUT THE SHOW<br> <br> Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help and I read each one.<br> Subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher
