Loades, Mike
The Crossbow (Weapon)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781472824608
- author:
- Loades, Mike
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Osprey Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 80
- Dimensions:
- 24.38 x 18.03 x 0.76 centimetres
- Genre:
- History, Military History, Weapons,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Crossbow: A Study in Mechanical Ingenuity By Mike Loades, Bloomsbury USA, 2018 The crossbow is a technologically sophisticated and powerful weapon that has long been associated with villainous superiority. However, its origins and development reveal a tale of considerable mechanical ingenuity. The study of bow designs, trigger mechanisms, and spanning devices reveals the advances made in this field, which produced a battlefield weapon requiring relatively little training to use. From ancient Greece to medieval Europe, the crossbow played a significant role in various battles and sieges. Its effectiveness was particularly notable in siege warfare for both attack and defence. This book explores the origins, development, combat record, and lasting legacy of the crossbow, shedding light on its significance as a formidable projectile weapon. By examining the crossbow's history, Mike Loades provides a detailed understanding of this complex and fascinating subject.
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