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The Medieval Longsword (Paperback)
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The Medieval Longsword (Paperback)
Series: Weapon, 48
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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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