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Historia de las armas
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The parrying dagger offered defensive support alongside a sword. Museum examples distinguish function, an original set and a modern pairing.
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Historia de las armas
The image of a mercenary with a sword shows only part of his equipment. Formation, polearms and historical representations complete the picture.
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Historia de las armas
The retreat of French cavalry named a victory in 1513. Its painted representation calls for separating events, commemoration and weapon attributions.
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Historia de las armas
Hand protection explains part of the naval cutlass’s design. Two Greenwich objects help distinguish different solutions and avoid easy attributions.
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Historical fencing
A simulator reproduces aspects of a historical weapon to study its handling. Explore the materials, the role of the feder and the limits to bear in mind during...
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Armour
One hand on the hilt and one on the blade: the half sword allowed you to gain control. Find out what the treatises say about the edge, the...
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Swords
Discover the differences between the Scimitar and the Broadsword, two medieval swords with unique features and functionality.
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Armour
Discover how much medieval armor weighed and how its weight was distributed between pieces to protect without losing mobility; explore differences by type.
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Medieval combat
Discover what medieval jousting on foot is: origin, rules and ceremonial; Learn how hand-to-hand combat was fought without riding and its historical value. Read more.
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Heraldry
Discover what the heraldic lion means and what power it symbolizes on shields: authority, value and nobility. Read the article to understand its story.
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Japanese weapons
Discover the history and features of the katana, wakizashi, and tanto. Iconic Japanese swords for collectors and culture enthusiasts.
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Shields
Discover the meaning of the rays on Roman shields and how they reinforced authority and protection. Interpret its symbolic reading and its history.
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Shields
Discover the evolution of the Roman shield and its impact on tactics, technology and culture; clear and chronological history. Check out the guide right now.
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Questions and answers
Discover medieval fabrics and their key fibers: wool, linen, hemp and silk; Learn how each fiber signaled status and daily life. Explore now.
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Heraldry
Clear guide to understanding medieval banner, banner and flag: differences, uses in battle and court, symbols and historical examples. Find out now.
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Japanese weapons
Discover the differences between katana and medieval sword. Origins, characteristics, and combat effectiveness detailed.
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Questions and answers
Discover the Futhark, the runic alphabet used in inscriptions and magical rituals. Origins, symbols and historical use for research and reenactment.
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Questions and answers
Clear guide on the difference between curved and straight blade saber and its impact on mounted combat; understand when each type is appropriate. Find out now!
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Sharpening and maintenance
Step-by-step guide to sharpening Damascus steel without losing its temper or unique pattern; Learn safe techniques and avoid mistakes. Start now.
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