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British and Foreign Arms & Armour
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General Antiques & CollectiblesBritish HistoryWeaponry & Vehicles
ISBN13: 9781023366656
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 362
Weight: 1.12
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Delve into the fascinating world of historical weaponry with Charles Henry Ashdown's British and Foreign Arms and Armour. This meticulously researched volume explores the evolution of arms and armor, primarily focusing on England's rich military history. Explore the diverse array of weapons and defensive gear employed throughout the ages. From swords and shields to helmets and body armor, Ashdown provides a comprehensive overview of the tools of war.
A valuable resource for military history enthusiasts, collectors of antiques, and anyone interested in British history, this book offers a detailed look at the arms that shaped nations. Discover the craftsmanship, technology, and artistry behind these essential implements of combat. British and Foreign Arms and Armour remains a definitive study of a captivating subject.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
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