A Glossary of the Construction, Decoration and Use of Arms and Armor in All Countries and in All Times Together With Some Closely Related Subjects
A Glossary of the Construction, Decoration and Use of Arms and Armor in All Countries and in All Times Together With Some Closely Related Subjects
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Book Description
This indispensable resource, compiled by an expert, employs an alphabetized, dictionary-style format that makes it easy to locate material on an astonishing variety of weapons. Arquebuses, flintlocks, matchlocks, and other antique guns appear here, as well as German armor, French rapiers, Roman short swords, Turkish crossbows, all the Japanese bladed weapons, and much more. Over 4,500 individual photographs and drawings, plus 875 detailed figures.
A Glossary of the Construction, Decoration and Use of Arms and Armor in All Coun,George Cameron Stone,Dover Publications,0486407268,Antiques & Collectibles,Antiques/Collectibles,Armor,Dictionaries,Firearms & Weapons,General,History - General History,Military - Uniforms,Military Science,Weapons,History / Military / General,Militaria, arms & armour
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