'Batavian' Wicker Shields

[Swampster]

Interesting to see that the Dutch Police are using wicker riot shields.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-55788924

Looks like they have had them for a long time, but first time I've seen them.

[Jim Webster]

Interesting to see that the Dutch Police are using wicker riot shields.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-55788924

Looks like they have had them for a long time, but first time I've seen them.

obviously a green replacement for single use plastic 

[Imperial Dave]

Interesting to see that the Dutch Police are using wicker riot shields.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-55788924

Looks like they have had them for a long time, but first time I've seen them.

since around 500BC no doubt....