Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Javelin
A short throwing spear, used as a shock weapon.
From Encyclopedia
- Claymore
- Two-handed broadsword from the 16th century used by the Scotch Highlanders against Englishmen.
- Mace
- Metal ball attached to a wooden handle. All steel in the later times. Often a symbol of power.
- Epaule de mouton
- Steel defense for the complete arm; developed during the 15th and 16th centuries; used exclusively in jousts.
- Falcata
- Forward-curving single-edged sword.
