The Crossbow: Its Military and Sporting History, Construction and Use

by Ralph Payne-Gallwey

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This fascinating study, the only book devoted exclusively to the crossbow, traces its use as a military and sporting weapon as well as its construction and management in medieval and modern times. The work also covers such related weapons as the balista, catapult, Turkish bow, and more. Over 240 illustrations.

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Original title
The Crossbow
Original publication date
1903

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Nonfiction, History, Sports and Leisure, General Nonfiction, Hunting and Fishing
DDC/MDS
623.441Applied science & technologyEngineeringMilitary Vehicles: Land, Air, & SeaTechnology of Weapons and ArmamentsPersonal ArmsPre-firearm small arms
LCC
U878 .P38Military ScienceMilitary science (General)History of arms and armor
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English, French
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Paper, Ebook
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