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Medieval Weapons – The Quarterstaff [Ep5]

On 28th January 20192nd February 2019 By theaugustusblogIn Early Middle Ages, High Middle Ages, Late Middle Ages, Latest and Trending, Medieval, UncategorisedLeave a comment

The Quarterstaff became extremely popular in Medieval Europe, notably England, and was used as an informal, close-combat weapon.

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The crossbow – Medieval weapons #3

On 18th December 2018 By theaugustusblogIn Early Middle Ages, High Middle Ages, Late Middle Ages, Late Middle Ages, Latest and Trending, Medieval, UncategorisedLeave a comment

The crossbow was able to release heavier, thicker bolts with more puncturing potential from a stored source of energy.

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The longsword – Medieval weapons #2

On 17th December 201820th December 2018 By theaugustusblogIn Early Middle Ages, High Middle Ages, Late Middle Ages, Latest and Trending, Medieval, UncategorisedLeave a comment

The longsword was also known as the Bastardsword and became popular in Europe between 1100 and 1400.

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