The Book Of The Crossbow
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The Book Of The Crossbow
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Author : Ralph Payne-Galloway
language : en
Publisher: Aegitas
Release Date : 2019-08-28
The Book Of The Crossbow written by Ralph Payne-Galloway and has been published by Aegitas this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-08-28 with History categories.
One of the most devastating weapons of the Middle Ages, the crossbow probably originated in the Western Roman Empire early in the fourth century, its design perhaps suggested by the balista, an ancient form of catapult. The medieval crossbow fired a twelve-inch bolt (quarrel) capable of piercing all but the strongest armor and is widely credited with helping Richard the Lionhearted defeat the Saracens at the battle of Arfus during the Third Crusade. and nbsp; and nbsp; and nbsp;Despite the fact that crossbows were carried by thousands of soldiers in medieval warfare, this book is the only work ever devoted exclusively to this widely used weapon. In addition to detailing the history of the crossbow and its military and sporting uses, the author also deals with an arsenal of related weapons, from the siege engines, balistas and catapults of the ancients to such arms as the Turkish bow and the Chinese repeating crossbow. and nbsp; and nbsp; and nbsp;Enhanced with over 200 illustrations, ranging from contemporary battle pictures to scale constructional plans, and replete with scholarly detail and intriguing anecdotes, this classic study will interest historians, medievalists, sportsmen and any student of arms and armor.
The Book Of The Crossbow
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Author : Ralph Payne-Gallwey
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1995
The Book Of The Crossbow written by Ralph Payne-Gallwey and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1995 with categories.
Appendix To The Book Of The Crossbow And Ancient Projectile Engines
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Author : Ralph Payn-Gallwey
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2012-02-03
Appendix To The Book Of The Crossbow And Ancient Projectile Engines written by Ralph Payn-Gallwey and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-02-03 with categories.
Hardcover reprint of the original 1907 edition - beautifully bound in brown cloth covers featuring titles stamped in gold, 8vo - 6x9. No adjustments have been made to the original text, giving readers the full antiquarian experience. For quality purposes, all text and images are printed as black and white. This item is printed on demand. Book Information: Payn Gallwey, Ralph, Sir. Appendix To The Book of The Crossbow And Ancient Projectile Engines. Indiana: Repressed Publishing LLC, 2012. Original Publishing: Payn Gallwey, Ralph, Sir. Appendix To The Book of The Crossbow And Ancient Projectile Engines, . New York: Longmans, Green, 1907. Subject: Crossbows
The Book Of The Crossbow History Of Archery Series
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Author : Ralph Payne-Gallwey
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2016-04-15
The Book Of The Crossbow History Of Archery Series written by Ralph Payne-Gallwey and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-04-15 with Social Science categories.
This vintage book contains a treatise on a variety of ancient projective weapons, with a special focus on Greek and Roman Catapults and Balistas. With fascinating historical information and complete descriptions of the various weapons discussed, this volume will appeal to those with an interest in historical ballistic weaponry. Contents include: "The Catapult and Balista," "The Turkish Composite Bow," "The Turkish Bow. Construction ad Dimension," "The Bow-String," "The Arrow," "The Method of Stringing a Turkish, Persian or Indian Bow," "The Horne Groove," "The Thumb-Ring," "Composite Bows of Various Oriental Nations," et cetera. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern edition complete with an introductory essay on History of Archery by Horace A. Ford.
Appendix To The Book Of The Crossbow And Ancient Projectile Engines History Of Archery Series
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Author : Ralph Payne-Gallwey
language : en
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
Release Date : 2017-09-06
Appendix To The Book Of The Crossbow And Ancient Projectile Engines History Of Archery Series written by Ralph Payne-Gallwey and has been published by Read Books Ltd this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-09-06 with Sports & Recreation categories.
This vintage book contains a detailed treatise on the crossbow, being a historical account of its development and evolution throughout the centuries. The crossbow was a revolutionary advancement in ballistic weaponry which was arguably the forerunner to hand-held guns. This volume explores its history and discusses how its design and development varied from country to country. Contents include: "The Slurbow", "The Sixteenth-century Sporting Crossbow", "The Cranequin, and How it was Applied to Bend the Steel Bow of a Crossbow", "The Sixteenth and Early Seventeenth Century Spanish Sporting Crossbow, with a Steel Bow of Moderate Strength which was Bent by a Cranequin", et cetera. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern edition complete with an introductory essay on History of Archery by Horace A. Ford.
Appendix To The Book Of The Crossbow And Ancient Projectile Engines
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Author : Sir Ralph Payne-Gallwey
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1907
Appendix To The Book Of The Crossbow And Ancient Projectile Engines written by Sir Ralph Payne-Gallwey and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1907 with Ballista categories.
The Medieval Crossbow
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Author : Stuart Ellis-Gorman
language : en
Publisher: Pen and Sword Military
Release Date : 2022-07-20
The Medieval Crossbow written by Stuart Ellis-Gorman and has been published by Pen and Sword Military this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-07-20 with History categories.
An in-depth, illustrated history and technical study of this iconic weapon of the Middle Ages. The crossbow is an iconic weapon of the Middle Ages and, alongside the longbow, one of the most effective ranged weapons of the pre-gunpowder era. Unfortunately, despite its general fame it has been decades since an in-depth history of the medieval crossbow has been published, which is why Stuart Ellis-Gorman’s detailed, accessible, and highly illustrated study is so valuable. The Medieval Crossbow approaches the history of the crossbow from two directions. The first is a technical study of the design and construction of the medieval crossbow, the many different kinds of crossbows used during the Middle Ages, and finally a consideration of the relationship between crossbows and art. The second half of the book explores the history of the crossbow, from its origins in ancient China to its decline in sixteenth-century Europe. Along the way it explores the challenges in deciphering the crossbow’s early medieval history as well as its prominence in warfare and sport shooting in the High and Later Middle Ages. This fascinating book brings together the work of a wide range of accomplished crossbow scholars and incorporates the author’s own original research to create an account of the medieval crossbow that will appeal to anyone looking to gain an insight into one of the most important weapons of the Middle Ages.
Crossbow Hunting
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Author : William Hovey Smith
language : en
Publisher: Stackpole Books
Release Date : 2006-08-15
Crossbow Hunting written by William Hovey Smith and has been published by Stackpole Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-08-15 with Sports & Recreation categories.
Evaluations of different crossbows on the market today and how to select the right arrow, points, and sights. Shooting and hunting techniques for deer, bear, hogs, and elk. Classic crossbow hunts for big game in Africa, musk ox in the Canadian arctic, and water buffalo in Australia.
The Crossbow
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Author : Mike Loades
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2018-03-09
The Crossbow written by Mike Loades and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-03-09 with Antiques & Collectibles categories.
Technologically sophisticated and powerful, the crossbow has long enjoyed a popular reputation for villainous superiority because it could be used with little training as a weapon of assassination. The study of bow designs, trigger mechanisms and spanning devices reveals a tale of considerable mechanical ingenuity; advances that produced a battlefield weapon requiring comparatively little training to use. It was an extremely useful weapon, and especially effective in siege warfare for both attack and defence. Known to the Ancient Greeks and the Chinese as early as the 5th century BC, the crossbow developed both in Western Europe and in the Far East. Advances in trigger mechanisms, spanning and bow design allowed the development of ever more powerful bows. In this study acknowledged weaponry expert Mike Loades traces the origins, development, combat record and lasting legacy of the crossbow, the formidable projectile weapon that played a key role in a host of battles and sieges across Europe and Asia.
The History Of The Crossbow
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Author : Clarence Martin Wilbur
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1972
The History Of The Crossbow written by Clarence Martin Wilbur and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1972 with Crossbows categories.