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Would they be able to protect the legs and still give it enough movement?
Why not? Think of medieval knight armor.
Elephants aren't people. Their legs work differently.
How?
Well, for one thing, they're quadrupeds. For another, they walk on their toes.
That is both true of course. However, I don't understand how that would mechanically interfere with wearing armor.