Weapons Of The Viking Warrior

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Discover the true weapons behind the Viking warriors' dominance from the late 8th to the late 11th century. This book explores the gear that helped Vikings succeed across a vast region stretching from the western Mediterranean to Central Asia.

An expert look at the real arms and tactics of Viking fighters.

Viking warriors left a huge mark not only on northern Europe but across a wide arc covering the western Mediterranean, northern Europe, the Baltic, the Middle East, and Central Asia. Their victories were due in part to their combat skills, strategic mobility, and the superior quality of their weapons and equipment.

Written by a specialist in early medieval weaponry, this book delves into the actual weapons used by typical Viking warriors. It challenges popular myths-like the idea of double-headed axes-and highlights the variety of arms that truly contributed to Viking success, including bows and arrows.

Drawing on a rich mix of sources such as contemporary literary and historical accounts from the North Atlantic to the Arab world, surviving weapon and armor examples, plus insights from modern weapon-smiths and re-enactors, this study sheds fresh light on how Viking weapons were crafted and wielded in battle.

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