Unusual ancient weapons Bashny.Net

Mankind has always led the war, and this would have a weapon. Therefore, different people and create their own tools for the battle. Here is a list of tools that are unique in appearance, history and use.

10.Ispolzovalas Maori tribes in New Zealand. This simple-looking thing was made of jade. For Maori, it was a sacred weapon. They gave names to their clubs and passed them on from generation to generation. Maori even believed that they contain their own mana (spiritual power). The baton was a symbol of their leadership.





Curved swords.
Such curved swords worn by the Shaolin monks in China. These beautiful swords were forged in the shape of a hook, their owner could combine them and wear as a solid blade. Made in the shape of a crescent guard blocked the blow perfectly and literally cut through enemies. Ephesus was sharpened to attack the enemy at close range. The length of the sword was 121-188 cm. These swords were used mainly civilians, not the army.



Kpinga.
Kpinga - a throwing knife that was used by experienced warriors of the tribe Azanda. They lived in Nubia, Africa region, which includes northern Sudan and the south of Egypt. This knife had a length of 55.88 cm and had 3 blades with a base in the center. The closest to the handle the blade was shaped like male genitalia and represented masculine power of its owner. The very design of the blades kpingi increases the chances as much as possible to hurt the enemy on contact. When the owner of the knife married, it is presented as a gift kpingu family of his future wife.



Makuauitl.
It is a heavy wooden stick, seated on both sides of sharp obsidian spikes. Since makuauitlya was not sharp end, it can not be used as a stabbing weapons. However, spikes left on the body of the enemy is very deep scratches. The tree from which the baton was made very solid, they easily could have cut down the enemy, so the Aztecs could grab someone from the enemy tribe for their sacrifices. There are many stories that can be carried makuauitlem horse's head, and it is something stronger than a human skull.



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