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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.

Author Biography:

Sir Ralph William Frankland Payne-Gallwey (1848-1916) was an engineer, historian, and artist who wrote many books on military history.
Release date Australia
March 28th, 2003
Audience
  • General (US: Trade)
Pages
400
Dimensions
186x261x26
ISBN-13
9780486287201
Product ID
8096377

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