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The Eighth Key of Basil Valentine, legendary 15th century German monk, 1651. Symbolising the purification of metals through death and resurrection

English troops attacking a French town, Hundred Years War, 1337-1453 (c1830). The English besiegers are armed with early cannon and both longbows and crossbows

The Revenge engaging the Spanish fleet off Flores, 1591 (c1900). Artist: TM Robinson
The Revenge engaging the Spanish fleet off Flores, 1591 (c1900). Cut off from the rest of the English fleet, the Revenge, under the command of Sir Richard Grenville (c1542-1591)

Events of the The Hundred Years War, (20th century). From an anti-British brochure titled Who has been the enemy of France through History?

Medieval army. Soldiers during a siege city. Guns and crossb
Medieval army. Artillery. Soldiers during a siege city. Guns and crossbows. Miniature. 15th century. Chateau of Chantilly. France

History of Crusades. Seventh Crusade. Siege of Damietta (June 7, 1249) by Louis IX of France (1226-1270). The city was taken with little resistance from the Egyptians. Miniature.15th century

SIEGE, 15th CENTURY. Soldiers scaling the walls of a city during an attack. Manuscript illumination from Chroniques de Charles VII, 15th century

Leonardo da Vincis drawing of a giant crossbow on wheels
LEONARDO: INVENTION. Leonardo da Vincis drawing of a giant crossbow on wheels

Leonardo da Vinci sketch for a siege machine
Military machine for firing arrows with a crossbow, designed by Leonardo da Vinci. Woodcut with a watercolor wash

Medieval crossbow
Genoese archer winding up, or bending, his cross-bow. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Battle of Crecy, Hundred Years War
Archers and knights at the Battle of Crecy, France, Hundred Years War, 1346. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a medieval illustration

Diana patroness hunting Venatio title object
Diana as patroness of the hunting Venatio (title on object) Der Vrouwen list and valsch company can win Coningen, gelyck Apaem and Nini bitch

Battle Of Bouvines, 1214. From Agenda Buvard Du Bon Marche Published 1917

From Left Clockwise, An Archer, The Standard Of Richard, Earl Of Warwick, A Crossbow Man And A Pavoiser. From The British Army: Its Origins, Progress And Equipment, Published 1868

Two 15Th Century French Crossbowmen, One Firing His Weapon, The Other Loading It With A Windlass, Both Protected By Pavises. From Les Artes Au Moyen Age, Published Paris 1873

Varlet Or Squire Carrying Thick Bladed Halberd And Archer In Fighting Dress Drawing Crossbow String With Double Handled Winch. From 15Th Century Miniatures

Crossbow (Halbe Rüstung) with Winder (Cranequin), crossbow, German, probably Dresden
Crossbow (Halbe Rustung) with Winder (Cranequin), crossbow, German, probably Dresden; winder, possibly German, crossbow, ca. 1720-30; winder, ca. 1575-1600

Crossbow of Matthias Corvinus, King of Hungary, Central or Eastern European
Crossbow of Matthias Corvinus, King of Hungary (reigned 1458-1490), Central or Eastern European, possibly Vienna, dated 1489

Crossbow hunting of Emperor Maximilian I. 16th century
Crossbow hunting of Emperor Maximilian I. Innsbruck. 16th century. Iron, steel, wood and bone. German Historical Museum. Berlin. Germany

Archer with two-pulley winch crossbow.. Chromolithograph from Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Altenecks Costumes, Artworks and Appliances from the Middle Ages to the 17th Century, Frankfurt, 1889

Large Mounted Crossbow
A large mounted crossbow capable of firing a wide range of projectiles from iron balls to fire bombs and metal lances Date: 1588

SPANISH CONQUEST, 1520. Spanish conquistadors under Pedro de Alvarado in the palace of Tenochtitlan, under siege by Native Mexicans during an uprising following a massarcre ordered by Alvarado in

Design for a rapid firing crossbow by Leonardo da Vinci (the crossbow equivalent of the machine gun)
LEONARDO: INVENTION. Design for a rapid firing crossbow by Leonardo da Vinci (the crossbow equivalent of the machine gun)

William Tell, legendary Swiss archer
William Tell aiming his crossbow to shoot an apple off his sons head. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

William Tell in the Swiss independence fight
Escape of William Tell from a sinking boat during the Swiss independence movement, 1300s. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Hundred Years War siege of a French town
Siege of a town in France during the Hundred Years War. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a medieval illustration

Shooting Apple Off Head
A man shoots an apple off a boys head, in the style of William Tell

William Tells Memorial, Altdorf, Lake Lucerne, Switzerland
William Tells Memorial built by Richard Kissling (unveiled in 1895) at Altdorf, Lake Lucerne, Switzerland. Date: circa 1905

Reign of Maximilian I (1459-1519). War against the Ottoman E
Holy Roman Empire. Reign of Maximilian I (1459-1519). War against the Ottoman Empire. Engraving by Historia Universal, 1885. Colored

Arbalest with ivory inlay. 16thA?i?17th century. Museum of History and Navigation. Riga. Latvia

Gold crossbow fibula. 5th century. National Museum of the Early Middle Ages (Museo dell Alto Medioevo). Rome. Italy

Siege of Gibraltar. Archers. 1350. Colored engraving, 1852

History of Gaul. The troops of Caesar and the Germanic hordes fighting over the Rhine. Medieval miniature. 15th century. Chateau de Chantilly. France

Von Der Buwenburg, poet of the 13th century, plundering a herd. Codex Manesse (ca.1300) by Rudiger Manesse and his son Johannes. Miniature. Folio 359r. University of Heidelberg. Library. Germany

Rubin in a castle sending a message to his loved with a cros
Rubin, Tyrolean ministerial from 12th century, in a castle sending a message to his loved with a crossbow. Codex Manesse (ca.1300) by Rudiger Manesse and his son Johannes. Miniature. Folio 169v

ARCHERS 1250
An archer with a long bow and a cross bowman. Date: 1250

Military costume: archers and crossbowman in 1312
Archers and crossbowman in 1312. Date: 1312

German Sleeping Beauty pantomime characters. 19th century

People in medieval costume on a New Year card
Five people in medieval costume on a New Year card. One of them has caught (or shot down) a very thin bird. circa 1890s

A nobleman from Friesland in full dress from the 11th century, with crossbow, sword and quiver.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalarts Historical Picture of the Costumes of

French crossbowman, 13th century.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Leopold Massard from French Costumes from King Clovis to Our Days, Massard, Mifliez, Paris, 1834

French crossbowman, 14th century.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Leopold Massard from French Costumes from King Clovis to Our Days, Massard, Mifliez, Paris, 1834

Medieval archers with crossbow and long bow, early 16th century.. Chromolithograph from Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Altenecks Costumes, Artworks and Appliances from the Middle Ages to the 17th Century

Hundred Years War. Siege of Rouen by the English army of Henry V, from July 1418 to January 1419. Engraving

Nursery Rhyme -- The Carrion Crow. A tailor sits sewing, and is irritated by a carrion crow making a noise in a tree. He aims at the crow with his crossbow

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Arms Armor, Crossbow, German, possibly Austrian, 15th century, 1401, 1500, Wood
Arms and Armor, Crossbow, German, possibly Austrian, 15th century, 1401, 1500, Wood

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"Unleashing the Power: A Journey through the History of Crossbows" Step into the world of innovation and warfare as we explore the fascinating history of the crossbow. From Da Vinci's ingenious design to Netherlandish Proverbs illustrated in a village landscape, this weapon has left an indelible mark on human civilization. Witness the iconic statue of William Tell and his son, symbolizing bravery and precision. Transport yourself back to 1346, where the Battle of Crecy unfolded with King Edward III leading his troops into victory. Marvel at Froissart's detailed manuscript depicting this historic clash that forever changed military tactics. Even Queen Elizabeth I recognized its might, as she is depicted wielding a crossbow herself. The Battle of Towton in 1461 showcases how this weapon played a pivotal role in shaping medieval conflicts. Meet Agnes, Countess of Dunbar, also known as Black Agnes for her fierce defense against sieges during turbulent times. Discover Attenhofer Metallic A-15 crossbow poster that highlights technological advancements in weaponry. Immerse yourself further by exploring military habits from the 15th and 16th centuries while witnessing craftsmen meticulously crafting these lethal instruments in "Making a Crossbow" from 1555. Lastly, marvel at wood mantlets on wheels used for protection during battles in the Middle Ages captured beautifully by Serra's engraving. The crossbow stands tall throughout history as an embodiment of power and ingenuity—a testament to humanity's constant pursuit for more efficient means to defend or conquer.