The formidable European longsword – featuring a double-edged
straight blade in excess of 40in, and capable of being used with one
or both hands – remains one of the most impressive and distinctive
edged weapons of the late medieval era. Also known as the 'bastard'
sword and the 'hand-and-a-half' sword, the longsword evolved from the
war swords and great swords of the 14th century, and emerged as a
battlefield weapon in the early stages of the Hundred Years' War. It
went on to become a key weapon on the battlefields of late medieval
Europe, creating a new system of sword fighting. Drawing together
period sources, modern technical analysis and his own experiences with
the longsword, Neil Grant explores the origins, manufacture and
evolving use of this iconic late-medieval edged weapon. Illustrated
throughout with specially commissioned full-colour artwork and an
array of period illustrations and close-up photographs, this is the
enthralling story of one of late-medieval Europe's most distinctive
and deadly close-combat weapons.
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ISBN
9781472821546
Publisert
2021
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Osprey Publishing
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Engelsk
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Digital bok
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