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Anglo Saxon and Danish weaponry
Anglo Saxon and Danish weaponry. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalarts Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of Antiquity and of the Middle Ages. 1798
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Anglosaxon Daggers Danes Lances Robertvonspalart Scabbard Scepter Swords Bipennis Slingshot
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This handcolored copperplate engraving, titled "Anglo Saxon and Danish Weaponry," is an intriguing glimpse into the military culture of the Anglo-Saxons and Danes during the Middle Ages. The image, created by Robert von Spalart for his Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of Antiquity and of the Middle Ages in 1798, showcases an impressive array of weapons that were commonly used in battle during this period. At the center of the print, a flag bearing the cross of St. George, the patron saint of England, flutters proudly. Surrounding it are various weapons, each with its unique characteristics. A Danish warrior wields a double-headed axe, a formidable weapon that was effective in both close combat and against armor. Nearby, an Anglo-Saxon warrior holds a long, curved sword known as a bipennis or a seax. These swords were versatile weapons, used for both slashing and thrusting. A Danish warrior is shown carrying a lance, a long pole armed with a sharp point or spearhead, which was used to pierce armor and inflict devastating damage from a distance. Another Danish warrior is depicted with a slingshot, a simple yet effective projectile weapon that could be used to hurl stones or other projectiles with great accuracy and force. Magisterial staffs, scepters, and daggers are also depicted in the print, indicating the importance of both military and civilian leadership during this period. The intricate details of the weapons, the realistic depiction of the warriors, and the vibrant colors of the print make it a fascinating historical artifact that offers a glimpse into the weapons and warfare of the Anglo-Saxon and Danish cultures during the Middle Ages.
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