Viking Weapons And Combat Techniques
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Viking Weapons And Combat Techniques
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Author : William R. Short
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2014
Viking Weapons And Combat Techniques written by William R. Short and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014 with History categories.
A History of the Arms, Armor, and Individual Fighting Strategies of Medieval Europe's Most Feared Warriors A source of enduring fascination, the Vikings are the most famous raiders of medieval Europe. Despite the exciting and compelling descriptions in the Icelandic sagas and other contemporary accounts that have fueled this interest, we know comparatively little about Viking age arms and armor as compared to weapons from other historical periods. We know even less about how the weapons were used. While the sagas provide few specific combat details, the stories are invaluable. They were written by authors familiar with the use of weapons for an audience that, likewise, knew how to use them. Critically, the sagas describe how these weapons were wielded not by kings or gods, but by ordinary men, as part of their everyday lives. Viking Weapons and Combat Techniques provides an introduction to the arms and armor of the people who lived in Northern Europe during the Viking age, roughly the years 793-1066. Using a variety of available sources, including medieval martial arts treatises, and copiously illustrated with images of historical artifacts, battle sites, and demonstrations of modern replicas of Viking weapons, the author and his colleagues at Hurstwic (a Viking-age living history organization) and at the Higgins Armory Sword Guild have reconstructed the combat techniques of the Viking age and what is known about the defensive and offensive weapons of the time in general. Throughout, the author corrects some popular misconceptions about Viking warriors and warfare, such as the belief that their combat techniques were crude and blunt rather than sophisticated. In addition, the book provides an overview of Viking history and culture, focusing on the importance of weapons to the society as well as the Vikings' lasting impact on Europe through their expeditions of trade and exploration.
The Illustrated Guide To Viking Martial Arts
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Author : Antony Cummins
language : en
Publisher: The History Press
Release Date : 2012-02-29
The Illustrated Guide To Viking Martial Arts written by Antony Cummins and has been published by The History Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-02-29 with History categories.
Martial Arts expert Antony Cummins reveals the hitherto hidden world of Viking hand-to-hand combat, employing the sword, the spear, the axe and the shield. Based upon a careful analysis of the Norse Sagas, the techniques described are recreated precisely, from knocking down a spear in mid-flight to the shield cleave. Illustrated with over 250 images, The Illustrated Guide to Viking Martial Arts in effect represents the earliest combat manual in the world. This insight into the warriors who were the scourge of Dark Age Europe is a feat of textual interpretation – and imagination.
Viking Weapons Warfare
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Author : J. Kim Siddorn
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2000
Viking Weapons Warfare written by J. Kim Siddorn and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000 with History categories.
Written from the point of view of the Viking warrior and of those who had to face him, this book details the design and construction of the various weapons used by the Norse peoples we have come to call 'the Vikings'. In particular it explains the advantages and constraints of each weapon and describes how these weapons appeared to their original users -- and how they appeared to their opponents.
Weapons Of The Viking Warrior
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Author : Gareth Williams
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2019-01-24
Weapons Of The Viking Warrior written by Gareth Williams and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-01-24 with Antiques & Collectibles categories.
Between the late 8th and late 11th century Viking warriors had a massive impact not just in northern Europe, but across a huge arc from the western Mediterranean round through northern Europe and the Baltic to the Middle East and Central Asia. Their success depended in part on their skills in battle, their unique sense of strategic mobility, and on the quality of their weapons and equipment. Written by an expert on early medieval weaponry, this book examines the weapons of the typical Viking warrior, dispels some of the myths of the popular image, such as double-headed axes, and considers the range of weapons that actually underpinned the Vikings' success including bows and arrows. Drawing upon contemporary literary and historical accounts from the North Atlantic to the Arab world, surviving examples of weapons and armour, and practical experimentation and reconstructions by modern weapon-smiths and re-enactors, this study casts new light on how Viking weapons were made and used in battle.
Men Of Terror
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Author : WILLIAM R. SHORT
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2021-07-15
Men Of Terror written by WILLIAM R. SHORT and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-07-15 with categories.
An Interdisciplinary Study of Viking Culture that Dispels Myths and Expands Our Understanding of Their World Sometime near the end of the tenth century, a man named Fraði died in Sweden. His kinsmen raised a granite runestone to his memory in Denmark. The carved message appears to tell us that Fraði was "first among all Vikings" and that he was the "terror of men." Known sources about the Vikings revolve around the constant threat of violence: literary and artistic sources from both inside and outside Viking lands, including poetry, myths, stories, and artwork; law codes; burial practices; weapons; even their ship and house architecture. Based on nearly two decades of research, Men of Terror: A Comprehensive Analysis of Viking Combat is a heavily illustrated interdisciplinary study of the heart of Viking society: weapons and combat. Relying on a vast array of sources from a wide range of fields, research scientist William R. Short and independent scholar and martial arts instructor Reynir A. Óskarson dig deep into the culture of men like Fraði to better understand the mindset and performance of Viking warriors that led them to venerate and praise acts of violence and aggression. In the process they have painstakingly reverse-engineered Viking combat techniques to account for the archaeology we have. Along the way, they answer questions such as, Were there women warriors? Why did Vikings burn their enemies alive inside their homes? Why were these brutal, horrific acts such as raiding held in such high esteem? Through their comprehensive research, the authors present a holistic picture of this society from what previously had only been disparate and intriguing parts. By the end of the book, the reader will understand the importance of combat to Viking society, the nature of that combat, and the code of these "men of terror."
Vikings At War
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Author : Kim Hjardar
language : en
Publisher: Casemate Publishers
Release Date : 2016-11-22
Vikings At War written by Kim Hjardar and has been published by Casemate Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-11-22 with History categories.
An illustrated guide to Viking warfare from strategy and weapons to culture and tradition: “a very excellent introduction to the Viking age as a whole” (Justin Pollard, historical consultant for the Amazon television series Vikings). From the time when sailing was first introduced to Scandinavia, Vikings reached virtually every corner of Europe and even America with their raids and conquests. Wherever Viking ships roamed, enormous suffering followed in their wake, but the encounters between cultures also brought immense change to both European and Nordic societies. In Vikings at War, historian Kim Hjardar presents a comprehensive overview of Viking weapons technology, military traditions and tactics, offensive and defensive strategies, fortifications, ships, and command structure. The most crucial element of the Viking’s success was their strategy of arriving by sea, attacking with great force, and withdrawing quickly. In their militarized society, honor was everything, and ruining one’s posthumous reputation was considered worse than death itself. Vikings at War features more than 380 color illustrations, including beautiful reconstruction drawings, maps, cross-section drawings of ships, line-drawings of fortifications, battle plan reconstructions, and photos of surviving artifacts, including weapons and jewelry. Winner of Norway’s Saga Prize, Vikings at War is now available in English with this new translation. “A magnificent piece of work [that] I’d recommend to anyone with an interest in the Viking period.” —Justin Pollard, historical consultant for the Amazon television series Vikings
Viking Sword And Shield Fighting Beginners Guide Level 1
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Author : Colin Richards
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2011-05
Viking Sword And Shield Fighting Beginners Guide Level 1 written by Colin Richards and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-05 with categories.
Useful for people interested in stage combat, historical European martial arts, and re-enacting, this volume describes techniques, drills and common errors, in a simple but clear way using the unique Timeline system, so that people can follow each step easily and quickly. 110 pp.
Viking The Norse Warrior S Unofficial Manual
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Author : John Haywood
language : en
Publisher: Thames & Hudson
Release Date : 2013-02-11
Viking The Norse Warrior S Unofficial Manual written by John Haywood and has been published by Thames & Hudson this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-02-11 with History categories.
Written by a leading authority and packed with illustrations, this book paints a vivid picture of what it was like to be a Viking, combining the latest archaeological discoveries with modern-day reconstructions and tales from the Norse sagas. Includes all the information you need to learn: how to navigate at sea, what weapons and armour to choose and what to expect if you die gloriously in battle!
Norse Warfare
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Author : Martina Sprague
language : en
Publisher: Hippocrene Books
Release Date : 2007
Norse Warfare written by Martina Sprague and has been published by Hippocrene Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007 with History categories.
Until the early 1000s, waves of strange and ferocious warriors from the barren northlands swept into Britain and Western Europe. Plundering and pillaging, they left devastation in their wake. Trembling victims never knew when they would strike next. The Vikings fought for personal glory, material wealth and a longing for adventure and freedom. This book tackles the myth of the Vikings, their unconventional methods of warfare, cunning strategies and boldly innovative ship building techniques. The author casts a scholarly eye and a fresh light onto these fiercely independent people.
The Illustrated Guide To Viking Martial
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Author : Antony Cummins
language : en
Publisher: History Press
Release Date : 2016
The Illustrated Guide To Viking Martial written by Antony Cummins and has been published by History Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016 with Martial arts categories.
Martial Arts researcher Antony Cummins reveals the hitherto hidden world of Viking hand-to-hand combat, which employed the sword, the spear, the axe and the shield. Based upon a careful analysis of the Viking sagas, the techniques described are recreated precisely, from knocking down a spear in mid-flight to the shield cleave. Illustrated with over 250 images, The Illustrated Guide to Viking Martial Arts in effect represents the earliest combat manual in the world. This insight into the warriors who were the scourge of Dark Age Europe is a feat of textual interpretation - and imagination.