Weapons


 * __Weapons of Middle Ages__**

By:Kyle & Muiz



There are many weapons in Middle Ages that knights use. There are axes, swords, crossbows and long bows. Each one is special. There is also a giant crossbow, it’s called Ballista. Weapons that foot soldier always bring to war were two handed sword and even axes. And an archer always carried crossbow and longbow. And the ballista are put to the ground at the back of the high wall and ready to shoot. You might be wondering how powerful these weapons are. Crossbows are so strong that it can pierce deep into the enemies flesh including chain mail and metal. Some archer can shoot fifteen arrows in one minute using longbows. The ballista was put behind the wall and wait for the order to be given.

Did you know what these weapons were made out of? Longbows are made out of simple piece of wood that have been carved. Crossbows are made out of wood and iron. The strings are made out of twisted cord. But Ballista is made out of the same materials like crossbows, but they needed more.

There are many more interesting facts about weapons such as crossbow is stronger than guns until the year hit 1800. Also that some sword were use in rituals ceromonies.

Picture Sources: 17th Century Italian Dagger: [] Crossbow: []