A Deadly Art: European Crossbows, 1250–1850 - Breiding, Dirk H. - Google Books

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"The advent of the crossbow more than 2,500 years ago effected dramatic changes for hunters and warriors. For centuries, it was among the most powerful and widely used handheld weapons, and its popularity endures to this day. A Deadly Art presents a…