Medieval longbow archers used a variety of arrowhead designs depending on the purpose of the shot. Different shapes were developed to maximize penetration, durability, or effectiveness against ...

Medieval archery is often surrounded by myths, exaggerations, and dramatic storytelling. From impossible accuracy to exaggerated power, many claims don’t hold up under scrutiny. This video separates ...

The long bow used in the Middle Ages was reportedly a powerful weapon capable of penetrating the armor of the opponent, and is said to have been a factor in determining victory in several important ...

The English longbow was a powerful medieval weapon said to be able to pierce an opponent’s armor and may have been a decisive factor in several key military victories, most notably the Battle of ...

Medieval arrows caused injuries similar to modern gunshot wounds, according to archaeologists analysing newly-discovered human remains. The bones, recovered from a Dominican friary in Exeter, show ...

The medieval English longbow first came to prominence during the Hundred Years War. In 1346, English forces used it to devastating effect to cut down a superior French army. National Treasure: The ...

ARCHAEOLOGISTS have unearthed a rare fragment of a medieval longbow in what is considered to be one of the most important discoveries ever in Scotland, writes Cameron Brooks. The discovery was made ...

Medieval arrows caused injuries similar to modern gunshot wounds, according to archaeologists analysing newly-discovered human remains. The bones, recovered from a Dominican friary in Exeter, show ...