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Bows and arrows: history, evolution, and types of one of humanity's oldest weapons
The bow and arrow represent one of humanity's oldest tools. From their invention in the Paleolithic to their refinement in equestrian, war, and sporting bows, they have been essential for hunting,...
An invention that changed history
The bow and arrow, whose foundations emerged more than 20,000 years ago, are po...
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Softcombat Swords: Safety and Realism in Every Strike
Softcombat swords allow you to enjoy medieval, Viking, or fantasy combat in a safe and realistic way. Made of foam and padded materials, these recreational weapons are ideal for LARP, combat train...
Softcombat is a discipline that combines the excitement of medieval combat with the safety of modern gaming. Using f...
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Andúril: History and Meaning of Aragorn's Sword
Estimated reading time 6 minutes
Andúril: The Sword Reborn with a King
Of all the weapons that populate Middle-earth, few carry as much history, le...
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The Shamshir: History and Meaning of the Iconic Persian Sword
The Shamshir is a Persian curved sword, a symbol of power and craftsmanship.
Its history is documented archaeologically and preserved in museums such as the National Museum of Iran.
It represe...
The Shamshir is one of the most iconic swords in Persian history, renowned for its curved blade and elegant design t...
Cultura
The Philippine Talibon machete: cultural heritage and symbol of resistance
Discover the talibon, the Filipino machete with ancient roots that goes beyond being an agricultural tool. Forged on the island of Bohol, it symbolizes the resilience, culture, and identity of the...
The Philippine machete, traditionally known as bolo and, more specifically in certain regions, as talibon , is much ...
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The swords of the Templars: symbols of faith, war and chivalry
Crusader swords were key weapons between the 11th and 13th centuries, used by Templars and knights in the Crusades. With a straight, double-edged blade, they evolved into more refined models. With...
During the Crusades—a series of military campaigns undertaken by the Christian kingdoms of Medieval Europe between th...
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The Armor of the Roman Empire
Between the 1st century BC and the 5th century AD, these pieces not only offered protection to troops, but also reflected the level of organization, adaptation, and technical sophistication of the...
The armor of the Roman army is one of the most representative elements of Rome's power.
The first ones used by the...
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Viking Age Clothing: How the Vikings Dressed
Estimated reading time 5 minutes
How did Vikings dress? Clothing in the Viking Age
The popular image of Vikings is often limited to horned helmets ...
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The Evolution of the Sword: From Medieval Steel to the Art of Dueling, the Birth of the Rapier and the 17th Century German Rapier
The evolution of the sword, from medieval forms to the German rapier, reflects the social, technical and cultural changes that Europe experienced between the 15th and 17th centuries. From the battl...
During the Late Middle Ages, swords were sturdy and heavy, designed to pierce chain mail and break armor. However, wi...
