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- This article is about the weapon. For alternate uses, see Crossbow (disambiguation)
A crossbow is a weapon consisting of a bow mounted on a stock that fires arrow-like projectiles. A mechanism in the stock holds the bow in its fully-drawn position until it is fired by releasing a trigger. Crossbows played a significant role in the warfare of Europe during the Middle Ages, and in China throughout much of its history. Crossbows are used today primarily for target shooting and sport hunting.
History and technology of crossbows
Many scholars believe the crossbow first appeared in China, probably by the 6th century BCA Crossbow Mechanism, by Stephen Selby, 2001, with some archeological evidence indicating it was developed as early as 2000 BCChinaCulture.org "The Crossbow". Other sources (Steven Selby, 2001) agree to East Asia as origin of the crossbow, but question whether it first appeared in China. A version of the crossbow, known as a ballista was used around the Mediterranean by the Roman Empire and others during the Hellenistic Period. This weapon varied size from one-man field versions to heavy siege engines. "Ballista" is still the root word for crossbow in Romance languages such as Spanish (ballesta) and Italian (balestra). More on [ Crossbow ]
All the little children in the family just got crossbows from the grandparents...bahahaha
aliefortheliars (Jeffrey Wilhite) Mon, 21 Dec 2009 00:30:21 -0000
All the little children in the family just got crossbows from the grandparents...bahahaha
Helping Articles » How Crossbows Work In Hunting http://bit.ly/4r5wHt
NewsBoomer (RSS) Sun, 20 Dec 2009 23:12:04 -0000
Helping Articles » How Crossbows Work In Hunting http://bit.ly/4r5wHt
Pack of 3-3 Blade Broadheads 150 Lb Crossbow http://excalibur-crossbows.com/blog/2009/12/pack-of-3-3-blade-broadheads-150-lb-crossbow/
terry_pierce (Terry Pierce) Sun, 20 Dec 2009 21:37:05 -0000
Pack of 3-3 Blade Broadheads 150 Lb Crossbow http://excalibur-crossbows.com/blog/2009/12/pack-of-3-3-blade-broadheads-150-lb-crossbow/
All six nephews will be getting nerf crossbows. I think my work here is done. #santasevilelf
mopstyle (J9) Sun, 20 Dec 2009 21:28:34 -0000
All six nephews will be getting nerf crossbows. I think my work here is done. #santasevilelf
Crossbows And How They Work In Hunting Situations - http://tinyurl.com/ykmkfco
articleleader15 (article-leader) Sun, 20 Dec 2009 12:43:36 -0000
Crossbows And How They Work In Hunting Situations - http://tinyurl.com/ykmkfco
Understanding Hunting Crossbows And How They Work - http://tinyurl.com/y9clzxl
greathunting (Tom Thomas) Sun, 20 Dec 2009 12:42:46 -0000
Understanding Hunting Crossbows And How They Work - http://tinyurl.com/y9clzxl
Crossbows by Siegfried - Custom made medieval styled crossbows for reenactment, hunting, and target shooting.
Excalibur Crossbows, Crossbow For Sale - Excalibur cross bows guarantee that every cross bow they produce is capable of shooting groups of 3 or less at 25 yds. For archery hunting and hunters with physical limitations.
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