The History Of The Crossbow
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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.
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.
The Crossbow Mediaeval And Modern Military And Sporting It S Construction History And Management With A Treatise On The Balista And Catapult Of The Ancients And An Appendix On The Catapult Balista And The Turkish Bow
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Author : Ralph Payne-Gallwey
language : en
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
Release Date : 2017-09-06
The Crossbow Mediaeval And Modern Military And Sporting It S Construction History And Management With A Treatise On The Balista And Catapult Of The Ancients And An Appendix On The Catapult Balista And The Turkish Bow 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 treatise on a variety of ancient projective weapons, with a special focus on ancient and mediaeval 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 and would make for a worthy addition to collections of related literature. Contents include: "The history of the Crossbow, with notes Comparative on the Longbow and Handgun", "The Construction and Management of Crossbows: Mediaeval", "The Construction and Management of Crossbows--(continued): Modern", "A Treatise on the Siege Engines used in Ancient and Mediaeval Times for Discharging Great Stones and Arrows", 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 a specially commissioned new biography of the author.
Jewish Evidence For The History Of The Crossbow
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Author : Raphael Loewe
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1985
Jewish Evidence For The History Of The Crossbow written by Raphael Loewe and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1985 with Crossbows categories.
The Crossbow
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Author : Ralph Payne-Gallwey
language : en
Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing Inc.
Release Date : 2007-04-17
The Crossbow written by Ralph Payne-Gallwey and has been published by Skyhorse Publishing Inc. this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-04-17 with History categories.
An accomplished engineer describes military and sporting crossbows, their construction, use, and history. Comprehensively illustrated with original drawings. This unique exploration of a weapon used for centuries will fascinate historians and enthusiasts alike. The crossbow, probably introduced to England by the Norman invaders in 1066, was once considered so barbarous that it was prohibited as a "weapon hateful to God and unfit for Christians." Sir Ralph Payne-Gallwey, an accomplished engineer, here describes military and sporting crossbows and their dimensions, components, and ranges; provides hard-to-find information on crossbow construction; gives details about modern crossbows such as bullet-shooting crossbows and bolt-shooting crossbows; and peeks at unusual crossbows like the Chinese repeating crossbow. Comprehensively illustrated with original drawings and selections from historical manuscripts, this is a necessary reference book for anyone who hunts with a crossbow or collects or studies weapons of the past. Skyhorse Publishing, as well as our Arcade imprint, are proud to publish a broad range of books for readers interested in history--books about World War II, the Third Reich, Hitler and his henchmen, the JFK assassination, conspiracies, the American Civil War, the American Revolution, gladiators, Vikings, ancient Rome, medieval times, the old West, and much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.
History Of The Crossbow
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Author : C.Martin Wilbur
language : en
Publisher: Shorey's Bookstore
Release Date : 1936-06-01
History Of The Crossbow written by C.Martin Wilbur and has been published by Shorey's Bookstore this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1936-06-01 with Crossbows categories.
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 Crossbow
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Author : Sir Ralph Payne-Gallwey
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2007
The Crossbow 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 2007 with Crossbows categories.
This extensive and learned work is one of the first to be devoted completely to the crossbow, the most important weapon of medieval warfare, and still a popular arm for sporting, hunting and target use.
A History Of Weapons
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Author : John O'Bryan
language : en
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Release Date : 2013-04-23
A History Of Weapons written by John O'Bryan and has been published by Chronicle Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-04-23 with History categories.
Discover the truth about strange and ancient weapons like the atlatl, the sarissa, the urumi and the maka pahoa ko'oko'o in this fascinating history of weapons.
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.