Bronze Age to Early Iron Age (c. 3300 BCE – 600 BCE) From the late third millennium...
European Swords
European swords have a long and rich history, spanning thousands of years and evolving significantly over time. These weapons were crafted for various purposes, from combat to ceremonial use, and played crucial roles in shaping European societies. Below is an introduction to the evolution and types of swords commonly found in Europe.
The Schiavona is one of the most distinctive swords of the late Renaissance. With its broad blade,...
The Carolingian sword was the dominant sword of Western and Northern Europe between the eighth and early...
The longsword sits at the centre of late medieval European warfare and martial culture. It is one...
The Naue Type II sword sits at a turning point in European warfare. It is not just...
The Celtic sword sits at the centre of Iron Age warfare in Europe, yet it is often...
The seax evolved as both a tool and a weapon and is found in it’s many forms...
A Sword That Feels Older Than the Story Some television swords are there to look impressive. Albion...
The falchion is one of the more misunderstood medieval swords. At a glance it looks almost crude,...
The so called Templar sword is less a single design and more a category of high medieval...